CNC Machinist

CNC Milling Setter / Operator – Late Shift

£15.00 – £17.50 per hour + 20% shift premium + overtime
Monday – Thursday, 11:30 – 21:45 | 39 hours per week

We’re looking for an experienced CNC Milling Setter / Operator to join an established precision engineering business in Exeter on a permanent late-shift basis.

This is a hands-on role setting and operating 3 and 4 axis CNC milling machines, producing precision components to engineering drawings.

The Role

• Set and operate 3 and 4 axis CNC milling machines

• Read and work accurately from engineering drawings

• Use Fanuc-controlled CNC machinery and programs

• Carry out setting, tooling changes and machine adjustments as required

• Produce components to required quality and dimensional standards

• Complete in-process inspection and ensure work meets specification

• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working area

• Work as part of an experienced machining team

About You

• Previous experience setting and operating 3 or 4 axis CNC milling machines

• Comfortable working from engineering drawings

• Experience with Fanuc controls/programs

• Able to confidently set machines and produce quality components

• Programming experience would be beneficial, but is not essential

• A background in precision engineering or low-volume/high-quality machining would be advantageous

Experience with specific machine makes is not essential; the business operates a range of modern CNC milling machinery.

Hours & Pay

• Monday to Thursday: 11:30 – 21:45

• 39 hours per week

• £15.00 – £17.50 per hour, depending on experience

• Additional 20% late-shift premium for all hours worked

• Regular overtime available:

  • Weekdays: 1.33x

  • Weekends: 1.5x

Benefits

• 4 weeks' holiday + bank holidays

• Holiday entitlement increases by a further 2 days after 2 years

• Free onsite parking

• Permanent position with regular overtime opportunities

• 4-day working week

If you're an experienced CNC Milling Setter / Operator looking for a well-paid late-shift position with a 4-day working week, we'd be keen to hear from you.