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Job Description - CNC Setter / Operator

Job Title: CNC Setter / Operator

Location: Huddersfield

Salary: £17 - £20 per hour depending on skill level + monthly bonus

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

About us:

We are Thomas Brown Engineering Ltd, based in Huddersfield. We are manufacturers of bespoke precision machined components and supply these to our customers in sectors such as food & drink, oil & gas, medtech, aerospace and defence. Due to high customer demand, we are growing our team!

Are you a skilled CNC setter/operator with a passion to develop your skill set and embrace our lean culture?

Or, you could be a highly skilled CNC Programmer/setter/operator looking for your next challenge; please read on.

About the role:

Setting and operating CNC machines with Heidenhain/ISO/Fanuc controls
Working within tight tolerances
Accurately completing work logs on production control software and creating/reading computerised tooling sheets
Confidently using measuring tools to check work before it is taken to our quality control department
Partake in lean training and actively contribute to our lean initiative by undertaking daily improvements to share with the teamAbout you:

In either turning, milling or both, good experience and proven skills in CNC setting and operating in a sub-contract precision machining environment
A team player who is flexible with a 'can do' attitude
Someone who pays close attention to detail, has a commitment to quality and a desire to offer consistently high-quality parts to our customers
A team member with either experience of lean workplaces and/or a keen interest to learn and grow within a lean cultureWhat we offer:

Competitive hourly rate (dependant on level of skill we offer between £17/hour plus monthly bonus and £20/hour plus monthly bonus)
4 day working week (Mon-Thurs 7am - 5pm)
Friday overtime (when required) @ rate plus half
Generous full team monthly bonus scheme
Employee life assurance benefit scheme
Access to funded training for work or personal development
Clean and lean work environment dedicated to growing peoplePlease click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.

Please Note: We communicate directly with candidates so NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES

Candidates with experience of: CNC Programmer, CNC Operator, CNC Machinist, Machine Operator, Machinist, Turner, CNC Turner, Programmer, CNC Operative, CNC Engineer, CNC Miller, Miller, Machine Operative, CNC Setter, Setter, CNC Programming, Machine CNC Turner, CNC Engineering will also be considered for this role
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed
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