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We are seeking an experienced CNC Setter to join our clients manufacturing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with industry-leading technologies, supporting high-speed 5-axis machining of automotive components in a fast-paced production environment. Available is a competitive salary of over £40K and good working hours and holiday provision.
Work Hours: 37.5 hours on double days
As CNC Setter your Key Responsibilities will include:
- Support daily production and resolve machining issues
- Set and optimise CNC machines for performance and quality
- Conduct fault finding, diagnostics, and troubleshooting
- Monitor part quality and adjust offsets to maintain capability
- Prove out new CNC programs, tooling, and fixtures
- Manage tooling, tool life, and investigate breakages
- Drive TPM and 5S initiatives across the shop floor
- Develop and maintain process documentation and standards
- Train, mentor, and support CNC setters and operators
- Promote HSE standards across the department
Essential Requirements
- Apprentice trained or formally qualified in CNC machining
- Proven experience setting CNC machines in a production environment
- Strong experience with 5-axis machining (aluminium preferred)
- Machining Centres / Milling Machines
- Knowledge of G & M code programming (Siemens controllers advantageous)
- Strong understanding of tooling and fixture design
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
- Experience training or mentoring others
Desirable Skills
- ABB robot operation/programming
- Knowledge of straightening processes
- Experience implementing 5S / lean manufacturing
Current recent experience CNC Technician, CNC machinist, CNC Setter, CNC Miller, CNC Machining Centre
In Return:
- Really good salary and excellent working environment
- £40 – 43K
- A dynamic and innovative working environment
- Opportunities to work on cutting-edge automotive technologies
- A supportive and collaborative team culture
If you are a skilled CNC Setter seeking a new challenge APPLY TODAY!

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Carl Jones
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