CNC Setter Operators

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.

Contact us:

• Email: info@hrgo.co.uk
• Call: 01233 722 401

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