CNC Setter / Operator

CNC Setter / Operator

Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: £16 per hour

Working Hours: 7am – 3:30pm Monday – Thursday, 7am – 1pm Friday

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate of £16 per hour
• Permanent day shift with early Friday finish
• Overtime available
• Stable, long-established engineering business
• Modern CNC machining environment
• Supportive team and positive workshop culture
• Opportunity for long-term career progression

The Company:

This is an excellent opportunity for a Setter / Operator to join a well-established precision engineering company with decades of manufacturing expertise. The business specialises in high-precision CNC machining, producing complex components for regulated and demanding industries.

Operating from a modern, well-equipped facility, the company has built a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and staff retention. This Setter / Operator role offers excellent job security and the opportunity to join a stable and growing engineering team.

Job Description:

The Setter / Operator will be responsible for setting and operating CNC milling machines to produce high-precision components to engineering drawings and specifications.

Key responsibilities include:

• Setting and operating CNC milling machines
• Ensuring components are produced to drawing tolerances and quality standards
• Loading programs, setting tools, and making offsets
• Performing basic inspection using measuring equipment
• Working closely with production and engineering teams
• Maintaining a safe and organised working environment

Skills & Experience:

To be successful in this Setter / Operator role, you should have:

• Experience as a CNC Setter / Operator
• Experience setting and operating CNC milling machines
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience using standard inspection equipment
• Knowledge of Heidenhain controls is advantageous

Why Should You Apply?

This Setter / Operator role offers an excellent opportunity to join a secure and growing precision engineering business with a strong reputation in its sector. You will benefit from a permanent day shift, early Friday finish, and the opportunity to work on high-quality engineering components.

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Setter / Operator looking for stability, excellent working hours, and long-term career progression in a professional and supportive environment.