CNC Turner Setter Operator MKSHIFT

• Job Schedule Full time
• Remote Work Schedule Availability? None

Position: CNC Turner Setter/Operator (MK1)

Competitive Hourly Rate: from £17.61 per hour including 15% shift allowance.

January 2027 Hourly Rate Increase to £18.37 per hour including 12.5% shift allowance

Based on setter / operator level in line with our Grading Structure.

• Up to a max of 10% Employers Pension Contribution
• Up to 6 x Life Assurance
• Benefits Health Care Package
• annual bonus scheme
• Bronze Healthcare Cash Cover
• 25 + 8 statutory days holiday
• regular overtime based on production requirements
• excellent site working conditions
• uniform

Premium Shift

Working Hours:

AM SHIFT - Monday to Thursday 6 am to 2.30 pm and Friday early finish 11.30 am -

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Essential Functions

The key activities outlined below represent an overview only of the position of CNC Setter/Operator based on site at the Leicester Plant and should not be seen as a prescriptive list of activities. A flexible and responsive approach to this role is vital, together with the initiative in identifying and focusing on the needs of the business and its customers.

• Set, Fault Find & Operate machines to produce fasteners to strict tolerances.
• In process deburring and Self Inspection
• To use gauges and measuring equipment to ensure product meets required specifications.
• Self-certification of personal work.
• To prove out downloaded programs so they are in line with the correct timings in accordance with our manufacturing and quality standards and then to up load the proven program.
• Keep all computer files and manual paperwork accurate and up to date at all times.
• Responsible for producing SPC charts and records.
• Ensure housekeeping is maintained to the highest standards.
• Ensure all quality procedures are adhered to, taking an active part in root cause analysis.

• Undertake to train on all machines to ensure 100% flexibility in the workplace, and once fully trained to train others.
• To actively take part in locally focused, or multi-functional continuous improvement teams.
• Work as fully flexible team member within the Company to maximize levels of production and quality.
• Maximize plant and resource utilization.

• Maintain full compliance with Howmet policies and procedures and conduct all activities in accordance with the Howmet Guide to Business Conduct.
• To adhere to all company EHS requirements and actively participate in the identification and elimination of hazards.
• To undertake and promote their own self development, in line with Company and personal aims.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Experience of working within a busy Manufacturing environment.
• Experience setting CNC Machines preferably DMG/Mori/CMZ/Doosan with fanuc/sieman controls
• Aerospace experience would be advantageous.

• Communicates effectively with fellow team members.
• Listens to other people and is respectful to their opinions.

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and light weighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world.

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Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is a business unit of Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Torrance, California. We hold the number one global position in aerospace fastening systems, and we’re the North American leader in commercial transportation fasteners. Our high-tech, multi-material fastening systems are found nose to tail on aircraft and aerospace engines. Our products are also critical components of industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, and construction and industrial equipment.