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CNC Setter

Nottingham
3 weeks ago
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Job Title: CNC Setter (Milling or Turning)

Location: Commutable from Nottingham, Derby, Chesterfield, and Loughborough
Salary: £35,300 - £44,250 per year (including shift allowance, dependent on experience)

Expected Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Shifts Available: Double Days - Early and Late shift, rotating weekly.

Benefits:

25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays
Comprehensive pension scheme
Life assurance
Regular social events including BBQs, golf days, and Christmas parties
On-site canteen

About the Company:

A global manufacturer and precision engineering specialist, operating in complex sectors including Aerospace, Automotive, and Defence. With state-of-the-art equipment and a focus on quality, we are looking for experienced CNC Setters to support continued growth on either our day or night shifts.

Both milling and turning positions are available depending on your background.

Key Responsibilities:

Set and operate CNC machinery including:
Mazak Qt10, SQT200/250, Nexus (Mazatrol TPlus, 640T Controls)
QT200MB 3-Axis with Smooth Technology control
CHNC and TNT Fanuc-controlled machines (ISO format)
Operate CNC machines with 2 to 5 Axis capability
Work from detailed engineering drawings
Operate multiple machines when required
Ensure production targets and timeframes are met
(Optional) Support quality control through CMM inspection

Essential Skills & Experience:

Mechanical apprenticeship trained or equivalent proven experience
Minimum 3 years' experience as a CNC Setter
Experience with 2 to 5 Axis CNC machinery
Strong knowledge of Mazatrol or Fanuc controls
Capable of reading and interpreting engineering drawings
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
Able to work independently with minimal supervision

Desirable:

Previous experience with both milling and turning
CMM experience for part verification

Work Schedule:

Double Days: Monday to Friday
Night Shift also available
Overtime available

Work Location: On-site only - remote work not available.

Ready to take the next step in your CNC career with a company that values quality, precision, and its people? Apply now and be part of a growing, forward-thinking engineering team

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