CNC Setter Operators
  • England,East of England,Essex
  • Full Time, Permanent
  • £18 - £22 per hour
Job Description:
Full job descriptionCNC Turner and CNC Miller - Setter / Operator (Mazak or Fanuc) opportunities in this busy Aerospace Precision Engineering company.
We’re recruiting strong CNC Setter/Operators (Turning and Milling) for a rapidly expanding subcontract aerospace precision engineering company. This is a hands-on role for experienced machinists who can confidently set and run jobs to tight tolerances using Mazak (Mazatrol) or Fanuc controls.
Programming experience is a bonus, but not essential.
Key Responsibilities
*Set up and operate CNC lathes or Mills to produce precision components to engineering drawings/specifications
*Set tooling, offsets, and workholding; prove out and run jobs efficiently
*Make in-process adjustments to maintain tolerance and surface finish requirements
*Complete first-off, in-process and final inspection checks using measuring equipment
*Identify and troubleshoot tooling/machining issues and escalate where needed
*Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working area


Essential Experience / Skills
*Proven experience as a CNC Setter/Operator (Turning and/or Milling) in a precision manufacturing environment
*Strong working knowledge of Mazak (Mazatrol) and/or Fanuc controls (essential)
*Ability to interpret technical drawings and work to tight tolerances
*Confident using measuring equipment (e.g., micrometers, verniers, bore gauges)
*Strong attention to detail, reliability, and a quality-first mindset
*Good communication and teamwork
Desirable (Bonus)
*CNC programming (online/offline) or the ability to edit/optimise programs
*Aerospace/precision engineering background
This is a permanent job with a starting salary dependant on experience. You must have current UK right to work to be considered.
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Job number 4078637
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