CNC Operators

CNC Setter Operator – Milling & Turning (Rotational Shifts)

Shift Pattern: Rotational early/late weekday shifts (shift premium applies)

Industry: Precision Engineering | Aerospace & Medical Device Sectors

Salary: Competitive, DOE + Shift Premium + Bonus & Benefits

Our client, a well-established precision engineering company serving global Aerospace and MedTech OEMs, is seeking experienced CNC Setter Operators (Milling and Turning) to join their high-performance manufacturing team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge CNC technology, automation, and robotics, producing high-tolerance components for highly regulated industries. If you're passionate about engineering, enjoy solving technical problems, and want to work in a forward-thinking environment — this role is for you.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Set up and operate CNC milling and/or turning machines to manufacture high-precision components.

• Select and configure cutting tools, speeds, feeds, and offsets per job specifications and drawings.

• Conduct in-process quality inspections and measurements to ensure tolerances and finish requirements are met.

• Achieve competitive cycle times and contribute to production output targets.

• Perform preventive maintenance on machines and tooling to ensure optimal performance.

• Troubleshoot technical issues related to machine operations and part conformity.

• Reorder tooling and materials as needed to support continuous production.

• Work closely with engineering and quality teams to support process improvements and ensure best practices.

• Participate in continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.

• Proven experience setting and operating CNC milling or turning machines (multi-axis preferred).

• Experience machining aluminium, stainless steel, and brass, with ability to hold tight tolerances.

• Previous exposure to precision manufacturing for the aerospace and/or medical device sectors is desirable.

• Familiarity with Fanuc and/or Heidenhain controllers is an advantage.

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, job packages, and inspection standards.

• Basic understanding of preventive maintenance routines and tooling care.

• Strong troubleshooting skills with a mechanical mindset.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, quality-driven manufacturing environment.

Person Profile:

• Excellent verbal communication and mechanical reasoning skills.

• Attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

• Basic computer literacy for accessing job specs and recording data.

• Strong team player with a proactive and reliable work ethic.

• Willingness to work rotational shifts and support occasional overtime.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive hourly rate with shift premium

• Annual performance-based bonus

• Company pension scheme

• Life insurance coverage

• Health insurance discount

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Professional development & career growth opportunities in a high-tech environment

Immediate interviews available for experienced CNC professionals.

Note: By applying for this position, you may also be considered by Pale Blue Dot® Recruitment for similar roles in precision engineering and advanced manufacturing.

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