CNC Setter Operator

We are recruiting for an experienced and hands-on Senior CNC Setter to join a well-established precision engineering manufacturer.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineer with experience setting Doosan single spindle and Citizen twin spindle/twin turret CNC machines, who is looking to play an important role within a busy and growing production environment.

The successful candidate will support production efficiency, quality, tooling improvements, and workforce development, while also assisting with programming when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and optimise Doosan single spindle and Citizen twin spindle/twin turret CNC machines
• Support production to ensure optimum efficiency, quality, and output levels are consistently achieved
• Carry out programming adjustments and support programming requirements when needed
• Assist with setting and operating other CNC machinery as production demands require
• Drive continuous improvement across tooling, cycle times, and machining processes
• Support improvements in machining stainless steel components
• Inspect finished components to ensure they meet engineering drawings and customer specifications
• Read and interpret technical engineering drawings
• Resolve machine, tooling, or process issues and escalate where necessary
• Use a range of measuring equipment to verify tolerances and component accuracy
• Support and mentor apprentices and existing team members to help develop engineering skills across the business
• Work closely with management on tooling improvements and future machine capability requirements

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience setting CNC sliding head and twin spindle CNC machines
• Experience with Doosan and/or Citizen machinery
• Basic programming knowledge and the ability to make adjustments where required
• Strong understanding of machining processes, tooling, and production efficiency
• Experience machining stainless steel components
• Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings
• Good understanding of tolerances, inspection, and quality standards
• Experience using precision measuring equipment
• Positive and proactive attitude with a continuous improvement mindset
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Willingness to support and train apprentices and other team members

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Permanent full-time opportunity
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive and skilled engineering environment
• Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement and future investment plans
• Long-term career progression within a growing manufacturing business

This is a varied and hands-on role offering far more than standard machine setting duties, with the opportunity to become a key part of a highly skilled and forward-thinking engineering team.

Open to temp to perm or permanent candidates