Trainee Setter

Trainee Setter Nottingham Permanent Competitive Salary

Permanent Trainee Setter role based close to Nottingham. Full‑time, onsite position offering a competitive salary with benefits. This role suits proactive, detail‑oriented individuals with experience in machine setting and inspection within engineering or manufacturing environments.

This position requires both a day and night shift (in the future), please review the shifts to ensure you are comfortable before applying.

Days: (Apply online only) Mon‑Thurs; (Apply online only) Fri. There isn’t a regular shift pattern but there are afternoon shifts this is roughly 2 weeks in every 6‑8 weeks. Afternoon shift: (Apply online only) Mon‑Thurs; (Apply online only) Fri.

In future, the requirement to work night shifts (Apply online only) Mon‑Wed; (Apply online only) Thurs.

• Learn to set and operate production machinery.
• Support skilled Machine Setters with daily production.
• Carry out machine changeovers and minor adjustments.
• Measure and inspect components to quality standards.
• Record production data accurately.
• Monitor machine performance and report issues.
• Change tooling under supervision.
• Follow health & safety and manual handling procedures.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards (5S).
• Attend training and develop towards a Machine Setter role.
• Support continuous improvement activities.
• Produce quality components to customer specifications.

We are seeking a motivated individual with relevant experience in setting and inspecting machines within a precision engineering or manufacturing environment. Strong communication skills and a positive attitude are essential for success in this role. The ideal candidate is safety‑conscious, able to work independently and within a team, and eager to contribute to process improvements.

• Experience using automatic machine setting and inspection techniques, with familiarity of ERP systems like EFACS an advantage.
• Previous background in precision engineering or manufacturing required.
• Qualifications:
  
  GCSEs (A‑C including Maths & English), Level 1 Maths and English, or an engineering apprenticeship.
• Good organisational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude towards learning and team collaboration.

Don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity to advance your career in a well‑respected engineering company. Apply now and become a vital part of our client’s dedicated team in Nottingham.