CNC Setter Operator

We are seeking a skilled CNC Setter Operator to join a reputable organisation in Birmingham. This role requires expertise in the operation and setting of CNC machinery within the industrial and manufacturing sector.

Client Details

The company is a well-established organisation within the MOD industry, renowned for its commitment to quality and precision. It is a medium-sized enterprise with a strong presence in Birmingham, dedicated to delivering exceptional engineering and manufacturing solutions.

Description

• Setting and operating machine tools efficiently and effectively to an acceptable level of performance.
• 37.5 hours per week, worked on double day shifts rotating between:

Week 1: 05:45-13:30 Mon-Thu + 05:45-12:15 Fri
Week 2: 13:15-21:00 Mon-Thu + 11:45-18:15 Fri

• Machining a variety of components in different batch quantities within required standards.
• Checking the quality of all parts manufactured to ensure they are within tolerance.
• Operating a machine within the manufacturer's recommendations, checking the fluid levels regularly and
• reporting any faults as soon as reasonable to Production and Maintenance Departments.
• Programme editing and proving within operator's capability.
• Being flexible and motivated to utilise the machine tools to their optimum performance.
• Multi-machine manning to enhance machine spindle time on the CNC machines.
• Reading and interpretation of CNC programs, editing of speeds and feeds if required.
• Reading and interpretation of manufacturing and customer drawings.
• Use of measuring equipment e.g. CMM/Vernier/micrometres.

Profile

A successful CNC Setter Operator should have:

• Experience and knowledge of setting and operating CNC Machinery
• Experience in 5 axis machining / Mill turns.
• MAZAK machining experience (preferred but not essential)
• Use of Mazatrol
• Use of FANUC controls
• CMM experience (running proven programs)
• FET POL experience
• Experience of one-off production
• Tooling measurement experience
• Relevant engineering qualifications such as a recognised apprenticeship is desirable.
• Knowledge of the Defence/Nuclear industry and standards and accreditations is desirable.
• Experience and knowledge of working from engineering drawings and works instructions.
• Able to inspect own work and undertake problem solving where required

Job Offer

• 36,716+ 16.6% shift allowance (42,801 total)
• Generous 10% matched pension scheme.
• 33 working days off, including 25 days holiday and 8 statutory holidays.
• Health Cash Plan to support your well-being.
• Access to a share scheme.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected organisation in Birmingham within the industrial and manufacturing sector. Apply now to take the next step in your career as a CNC Setter Operator!