CNC Setter and Operator

2 days ago


Unit Purdeys Way Rochford Essex SS NE United Kingdom Syntech Full time

Job Description

CNC Setter Operator

Salary: Up to £35,000 (DOE)
Hours: Mon–Thurs, 06:45–16:30 (37 hrs)
Location: 5 miles from Southend On Sea
Benefits: 16 days holiday + 8 bank holidays, pension plan, health cash plan, life assurance, EAP, shopping discounts

We're working with a long-established engineering business that produces high-precision, high-tolerance components for the aerospace sector. They're now looking for an experienced CNC Setter & Operator to support their production team across a range of first-operation machining activities.

If you're confident working to aerospace standards, enjoy improving efficiencies, and take pride in producing zero-defect components — this is an excellent opportunity to join a business that values quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

WCNC Setter Operator Duties
  • Setting and running CNC machinery, including fixed-head, sliding-head, lathes, turning mills and bar feeders (Doosan, Hardinge, Mori, Star).

  • Supporting 2nd operation machining when needed — thread rolling, grinding, drilling, deburring, torque testing and more.

  • Programming, setting and coordinating machining activities in collaboration with existing setters.

  • Conducting first-off inspections  and job-run checks.

  • Working confidently with aluminium, stainless steel and Inconel.

  • Reducing scrap, improving productivity, and supporting a zero-defect philosophy.

What We're Looking For
  • Background in aerospace engineering (minimum 2 years).

  • Experience setting and running 1st and 2nd op machining tools, with some programming capability.

  • Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

  • Experience with Fanuc and Seiki controls.

  • Comfortable with bar feed machines.

  • Strong measurement and inspection skills.

Interested in a 4 day week? Please APPLY today 


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