CNC Setter Operator
Job in
Basingstoke, Hampshire County, RG21, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-10
Listing for:
Optima UK Inc Ltd
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-10
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
CNC Machinist, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Machine Operator
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location:
Nottinghamshire Salary:
Circa £40,000 depending on experience
Hours:
Monday to Thursday, 7:30am-4:30pm;
Friday, 7:30am-1:30pm Job Type: Permanent The Opportunity An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced CNC Miller Setter to join a well-established precision engineering business. The company manufactures high-integrity components for technically demanding sectors, including nuclear, defence, aerospace and oil and gas. Due to continued growth, the business is looking to strengthen its production team with a skilled CNC Setter who can work independently and consistently achieve demanding quality standards.
The Role As a CNC Miller Setter, you will take ownership of your machine and produce precision-engineered components to tight tolerances. You will work with modern CNC milling machinery and automation while contributing positively to the wider production team. Duties and Responsibilities Setting and operating CNC milling machines Working with 3, 4 and 5-axis machining processes Producing precision components to tight tolerances Reading and interpreting engineering drawings Checking components against required quality standards Taking ownership of machine performance and completed work Supporting colleagues across the production department Contributing to continuous improvement activities Candidate Requirements Strong CNC setting experience Previous experience setting and operating CNC milling machines
Experience with 3, 4 or 5-axis machining Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings Good understanding of precision machining and tight tolerances Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality Ability to work independently and take ownership of your work A positive and supportive approach to teamwork
Experience with in nuclear, defence, aerospace, oil and gas or another high-integrity manufacturing environment would be highly desirable. Previous experience working with specialist materials or within regulated manufacturing supply chains would also be advantageous. Benefits Salary circa £40,000, depending on experience Overtime available at time and a half 25 days' holiday Christmas shutdown Additional company day off in August Early Friday finish Flexible working arrangements Weekly pay On-site parking On-site canteen Wellbeing facilities Company pension PPE provided Development opportunities within a growing business Apply
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