CNC Setter/Operator
Commutable from:
·Bedford,
·Milton Keynes
·St Neots
·Biggleswade
·Huntingdon
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Salary: £15.00 - £18.00 per hour (depending on experience)
Working Hours
·Monday to Thursday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
·Friday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (early finish)
·Flexible start and finish times of up to 15 minutes
Breaks
·15-minute paid break
·30-minute unpaid lunch break
Holiday Entitlement
·Additional holiday days are awarded for length of service
Key Responsibilities
·Set up and operate CNC machines to detailed product requirements.
·Work on 2-axis, 3-axis, and 5-axis CNC machines, primarily Doosan and Haas, although candidates with experience on other CNC machine makes will also be considered.
·Use precision measuring equipment, including verniers, calipers, micrometers, and other inspection tools, to ensure components meet drawing and quality specifications.
·Operate machinery safely, efficiently, and to company quality standards.
·Carry out in-process inspections, including gauging, dimensional checks, and deburring.
·Perform basic machine maintenance and keep equipment clean and in good working order.
·Replace worn or damaged tooling promptly.
·Ensure workpieces are correctly loaded and securely clamped.
·Report machine faults, tooling issues, or quality concerns immediately.
·Identify and suggest process improvements to improve efficiency and quality.
·Complete all required quality, production, and inspection documentation.
·Maintain compliance with Health & Safety requirements, ISO 9000, AS9100, and company procedures.
Essential Requirements
·General education to Level 2.
·Engineering qualification.
·Previous experience as a CNC Setter/Operator within a precision engineering environment.
·Experience working with CNC machine tools and automated machinery.
·Knowledge of CNC operations, tooling, and inspection methods.
·Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements within a manufacturing environment.
·Strong communication and organisational skills.
·Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
·Positive attitude, flexibility, and willingness to learn.
Benefits
·Increasing holiday entitlement with length of service.
·Opportunity to join a well-established precision engineering company.
·Company pension scheme.
·Death in Service benefit
If you're an experienced CNC Setter/Operator looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today
