Machine Setter

Machine Setter - We’re currently recruiting for an experienced Machine Setter to join a well-established manufacturing business based in the outskirts of Ipswich in Needham Market, Suffolk.

Contract: Full-time, Temp to Perm

Pay Rate: £14.95 per hour (circa £30,000 per annum when perm)

Days /

Hours:

07:15am to 5:30pm Monday to Thursday, 1 in 4 Rotational Friday 08:00 to 12:00 (paid additionally at basic hourly rate)

Interview Date: As soon as possible

• Benefits of working with Just Temps
• Holiday pay on each hour worked
• Access to employee discounts
• Mobile phone savings
• National gym memberships
• And much more!

• Set and prepare machinery to meet production schedules and start times
• Work hands‑on with engineering to complete efficient changeovers and setups
• Monitor and improve machine performance, output, and efficiency
• Ensure product quality standards are consistently achieved
• Troubleshoot faults and minimise downtime
• Mentor and support junior team members
• Maintain accurate production and setup documentation
• Communicate effectively with production and engineering teams
• Analyse outputs and optimise machine parameters
• Promote continuous improvement and health & safety compliance

• Proven experience as a Machine Setter in a manufacturing/production environment
• Strong understanding of machine setups and changeovers
• Mechanical and process improvement knowledge
• Good communication skills
• Must hold a full driving licence and have access to own vehicle –
  this is essential

If you have the relevant skills and experience and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.