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CNC Setter Operator

Job in Birmingham, West Midlands, B1, England, UK
Listing for: Michael Page
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-12
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Engineer, Machine Operator
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 42801 GBP Yearly GBP 42801.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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
Additional Information / Benefits
10% pension
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