Single Spindle Machine Setter

Job Title: Single-Spindle Machine Setter / Operator (Precision Engineering) Location: Leicester Hours: Days Pay rate: £13.50 to £15ph A well-established precision engineering company in Leicester is looking for an experienced Single-Spindle Machine Setter / Operator to take ownership of a key production section. This role is ideally suited to someone with strong shopfloor experience who is confident working with traditional cam-operated machinery. The Role You will be primarily responsible for setting, running, and maintaining single-spindle, cam-operated, bar-fed automatic machines. This is a hands-on role requiring a solid understanding of spindle machine setup, tooling, and production optimisation to ensure consistent, high-quality output. Key Responsibilities * Full setup and operation of single-spindle cam-operated bar-fed machines * Adjusting cams, tooling, and feeds to achieve optimal performance * Monitoring production output, quality, and machine efficiency * Diagnosing and resolving machining or setup issues * Carrying out routine maintenance and basic fault finding * Ensuring adherence to health & safety and quality standards About You * Proven experience working with single-spindle automatic machines * Strong shopfloor engineering background * Ability to set machines independently and troubleshoot issues * Experience with cam-operated systems is highly desirable * Willingness to learn and develop further (training can be provided where needed) * Reliable, detail-oriented, and proactive What's on Offer * Full-time position: 5 days per week, 42.5 hours (flexible working hours available) * Opportunity to specialise in and take ownership of a spindle machining section * Training and ongoing development opportunities * Potential for a permanent role after a successful trial period * Stable position within a well-established engineering environment