Trainee CNC Lathe Setter / Operator

Innotech Partners; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precision engineering firm in Bristol seeks a Semi-Skilled CNC Lathe Setter/Operator to join their expanding team. Offering a base salary of £30,000-35,000 with OTE up to £50,000, this role provides excellent growth opportunities in a supportive environment focused on career progression and technical training.

Benefits

Annual profit-share bonus

Clear progression routes

Full in-house technical training

Early finish Fridays

Friendly team culture

Free parking

Company pension

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months' experience operating CNC lathes.
• Able to read drawings and use inspection tools accurately.
• Eager to learn and a strong team player.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC lathes for small batch, high-precision production.
• Manufacture components across a broad product range.
• Perform quality checks and basic machine maintenance.

Skills

CNC Machining

Detail-oriented

Team Player

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Inspection Gauges

Job description

CNC Lathe Setter / Operator

Location: Bristol

Base Salary: 30,000- 35,000 + Daily Overtime available (OTE up to 50,000) + Company Bonus + Career Progression

Due to recent contract success, a precision engineering firm in Bristol is expanding their CNC team and looking for a Semi-Skilled CNC Lathe Setter/Operator. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with some experience in CNC machining looking to grow their skills in a supportive, team-led environment.

You'll be joining a company that designs and manufactures complex mechanical systems all under one roof-an environment that encourages quick learning, crosstraining, and career development.

The company works closely with their clients within the following sectors: Aerospace, Automotive, Food & Beverage, Medical/Healthcare, General Manufacturing.

The Role:

• Set and operate CNC lathes for small batch, high-precision production
• Manufacture components across a broad product range including screw jacks, heavy-duty linear actuators, gearboxes, custom electromechanical lifting systems, and suspension components
• Read and interpret technical drawings and perform quality checks using micrometers, calipers, and gauges
• Carry out basic machine maintenance and support adjacent production teams

The Candidate:

• A minimum of 6 months' experience operating CNC lathes
• Able to read drawings and use inspection tools accurately
• Eager to learn, detail-oriented, and a strong team player
• Bonus: CNC milling experience, NVQ/City & Guilds

The Benefits:

• 30,000- 35,000 base salary with potential OTE up to 50,000
• Overtime available daily at enhanced rates (1.5x)
• Annual profit-share bonus (1-4 weeks' pay depending on company performance)
• Clear progression routes and full in-house technical training
• Early finish Fridays, friendly team culture
• Free parking, company pension, Cycle to Work scheme

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