CNC Setter (Night Shift)

Job title: CNC Setter/Operator (Night Shift)

Location: Reading
Salary: £15.00ph - £17.50ph 20% Night Shift Premium Bonus Scheme
Job type: Permanent

We are looking for an experienced CNC Setter/Operator to join our client’s manufacturing team in Reading. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business producing high-quality perforated metal and plastic components. Working on a permanent night shift, you will play a key role in achieving production targets, maintaining quality standards, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing operation.

Please note: Successful candidates will complete a 2–4 week training period on either the 6:00am–2:00pm or 2:00pm–10:00pm shift, Monday to Friday, before moving onto the permanent night shift of Sunday to Thursday, 10:00pm–6:00am.

As a CNC Setter/Operator you can benefit from:

£15.00ph - £17.50ph depending on experience
20% night shift premium
5% performance-related production bonus
Profit-related payment scheme averaging approximately 25% of annual salary (subject to company performance)
Generous holiday allowance
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Career progression opportunities within an established manufacturing business
Supportive and team-focused working environment
Work a 37.5-hour week and get paid for 40 hours
 
The role of a CNC Setter/Operator will include:

Setting and operating CNC perforating and punch presses to achieve production targets
Producing high-quality components in line with customer and company standards
Carrying out quality inspections in accordance with ISO procedures
Supporting the Night Shift Team Leader and deputising when required
Driving continuous improvement initiatives across the production team
Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and workplace organisation
Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with Health & Safety procedures
Assisting with training and developing team members
Participating in team meetings and contributing ideas to improve efficiency, quality and performance
Supporting environmental objectives in line with ISO 14001 requirements
Working towards targets relating to running efficiency, scrap reduction and setup performance
 
The ideal CNC Setter/Operator should have the following skills and experience:

Previous manufacturing experience with a strong mechanical background
Experience setting CNC punch and/or perforating presses
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Experience using precision measuring equipment including micrometres and verniers
Good numeracy and literacy skills
Comfortable using PCs and production systems
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Flexible approach to training shifts and additional hours when required 

Desirable skills:

Previous supervisory or team leadership experience
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques including SMED and 5S
Counterbalance Forklift Licence
Power Press Regulations Certificate
First Aid qualification 

If you're interested in joining this company as their CNC Setter/Operator, APPLY NOW! For more information, please contact Paige Albery at Orion Electrotech for a chat.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, unfortunately we are not able to respond to every application personally. Therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. To see our other available vacancies, please visit our website.

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