CNC Setter/Operator

CNC Setter/Operator Commutable from: Bedford, Milton Keynes, St Neots, Biggleswade, Huntingdon Salary: £15.00 - £18.00 per hour (depending on experience) Working Hours * ·Monday to Thursday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm * ·Friday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (early finish) * ·Flexible start and finish times of up to 15 minutes Breaks * 15-minute paid break * 30-minute unpaid lunch break Holiday Entitlement ·Additional holiday days are awarded for length of service Key Responsibilities * Set up and operate CNC milling machines to detailed product requirements. * Work on 2-axis, 3-axis, and 5-axis CNC machines, primarily Doosan and Haas, although candidates with experience on other CNC machine makes will also be considered. * Use precision measuring equipment, including verniers, calipers, micrometers, and other inspection tools, to ensure components meet drawing and quality specifications. * Operate machinery safely, efficiently, and to company quality standards. * Carry out in-process inspections, including gauging, dimensional checks, and deburring. * Perform basic machine maintenance and keep equipment clean and in good working order. * Replace worn or damaged tooling promptly. * Ensure workpieces are correctly loaded and securely clamped. * Report machine faults, tooling issues, or quality concerns immediately. * Identify and suggest process improvements to improve efficiency and quality. * Complete all required quality, production, and inspection documentation. * Maintain compliance with Health & Safety requirements, ISO 9000, AS9100, and company procedures. Essential Requirements * General education to Level 2. * Engineering qualification. * Previous experience as a CNC Miller Setter/Operator within a precision engineering environment. * Experience working with CNC machine tools and automated machinery. * Knowledge of CNC milling operations, tooling, and inspection methods. * Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements within a manufacturing environment. * Strong communication and organisational skills. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Positive attitude, flexibility, and willingness to learn. Benefits * Increasing holiday entitlement with length of service. * Opportunity to join a well-established precision engineering company. * Company pension scheme. * Death in Service benefit If you're an experienced CNC Setter/Operator looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today