Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsBring precision, skill, and pride to a world‑class manufacturing team.Work for a business that prides itself on its workmanship and quality.About Our ClientThe company is a well-established organisation within the MOD industry, renowned for its commitment to quality and precision. It is a medium-sized enterprise with a strong presence in Birmingham, dedicated to delivering exceptional engineering and manufacturing solutions.Job DescriptionSetting and operating machine tools efficiently and effectively to an acceptable level of performance.37.5 hours per week, worked on double day shifts rotating between:Week 1: 05:45-13:30 Mon-Thu + 05:45-12:15 FriWeek 2: 13:15-21:00 Mon-Thu + 11:45-18:15 FriMachining a variety of components in different batch quantities within required standards.Checking the quality of all parts manufactured to ensure they are within tolerance.Operating a machine within the manufacturer's recommendations, checking the fluid levels regularly andreporting any faults as soon as reasonable to Production and Maintenance Departments.Programme editing and proving within operator's capability.Being flexible and motivated to utilise the machine tools to their optimum performance.Multi-machine manning to enhance machine spindle time on the CNC machines.Reading and interpretation of CNC programs, editing of speeds and feeds if required.Reading and interpretation of manufacturing and customer drawings.Use of measuring equipment e.g. CMM/Vernier/micrometres.The Successful ApplicantA successful CNC Setter Operator should have:Experience and knowledge of setting and operating CNC MachineryExperience in 5 axis machining / Mill turns.MAZAK machining experience (preferred but not essential)Use of MazatrolUse of FANUC controlsCMM experience (running proven programs)FET POL experienceExperience of one-off productionTooling measurement experienceRelevant engineering qualifications such as a recognised apprenticeship is desirable.Knowledge of the Defence/Nuclear industry and standards and accreditations is desirable.Experience and knowledge of working from engineering drawings and works instructions.Able to inspect own work and undertake problem solving where requiredWhat's on Offer£36,716+ 16.6% shift allowance (£42,801 total)Generous 10% matched pension scheme.33 working days off, including 25 days holiday and 8 statutory holidays.Health Cash Plan to support your well-being.Access to a share scheme.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected organisation in Birmingham within the industrial and manufacturing sector. Apply now to take the next step in your career as a CNC Setter Operator!ContactLewis LawlorQuote job refJN-012026-6930306Phone number+441212309422Job summaryJob functionEngineering & ManufacturingSubsectorMaintenance, ReliabilitySectorIndustrial / ManufacturingLocationBirminghamContract typePermanentConsultant nameLewis LawlorConsultant phone+441212309422Job referenceJN-012026-6930306
