CNC Setter Operators

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CNC Setter Operators

Job Reference: FJ-ypynx

Manufacturing and Production Ely, Cambridgeshire £15 - £20 per hour Benefits: 4 day week Permanent

CNC Setter / Operators (Turning or Milling) - (Days =4 day week or Nights = 3 day week)

New opportunities for CNC Setter/Operators to set, run and support CNC Lathes or Mills on day shift or night shift.

These are hands‑on shopfloor roles focused on strong setting and operating skills - (note that stated salary range includes shift premiums), CNC programming experience is an advantage and could command higher salary rates than stated.

The role (responsibilities)

  • Set and operate CNC Lathes or Mills to achieve safe, consistent output
  • Load programs and set tooling/offsets to meet component requirements
  • Produce first-off components for inspection and approval
  • Record and self-check quality outputs to drawing specifications
  • Monitor machine performance to maintain optimum outputs
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings (including complex drawings)
  • Carry out routine maintenance within your capability and area
  • Support continuous improvement in processes and methods

What we're looking for (essential)

  • Proven experience as a CNC Setter/Operator (turning and/or milling)
  • Experience with Fanuc controls is preferred but cross training is possible.
  • Strong drawing interpretation and attention to detail
  • Comfortable working as part of a team and independently
  • Good problem‑solving skills

Desirable (bonus)

  • CNC programming experience
  • Aerospace experience

What's on offer

  • Day shift: 37.5 hours over a 4-day week (Mon-Thu) - Fridays free
  • Night shift: 37.5 hours over a 3-day week
  • Flexible start and finish times
  • Company pension scheme
  • Attendance bonus/Long service awards

These are permanent jobs with starting salaries dependant on experience and shift. HRGO are a recruitment agency supporting UK Manufacturing. You must have current UK right to work to be considered. We aim to respond to all applications.

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