CNC Setter/Operator Position Type: Permanent / Full-Time Location: Halstead, Essex Hours: Monday to Thursday (8 until 4:30) & Friday (8 until 3:30) About the Role We are looking for a dedicated CNC Setter & Operator to join our busy manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for setting and safely operating a diverse range of engineering machinery—including manual vertical milling machines and manual lathes—with opportunities to develop your skills further. You will also set and operate CNC mills and our Mecal CNC machining centre, utilizing hand tools, saws, punches, and press tools to produce top-quality components in aluminum and stainless steel. Key Responsibilities & Essential Duties
Machining & Production: Set and operate machinery following safe practices for CNC/manual milling, manual turning, sawing, punching, drilling, and assembly.
Quality Control: Perform in-process checks and verify machine/tooling settings to confirm accurate tolerances, proper machine functions, and full conformance to drawing specifications.
Reading Technical Specs: Work from engineering drawings, sketches, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions, tolerances, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Maintain the cleanliness of your machine and work area, detect equipment malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, make necessary adjustments within your skill level, and report issues to your supervisor.
Workflow Efficiency: Organize your work area before and after processing parts, and stack completed components properly on blocks or pallets to eliminate double hand...
CNC Setter/Operator in Halstead employer: Contek Recruitment Solutions.
Join a dynamic and rapidly growing engineering firm that values innovation and excellence in project management. With a strong focus on employee development, we offer comprehensive training and career advancement opportunities, alongside a supportive work culture that encourages collaboration and creativity. Based in Coventry, our team enjoys the unique advantage of working on diverse projects across various industries, providing a fulfilling and rewarding experience for those looking to make a significant impact in their field.
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Contek Recruitment Solutions. Recruitment Team
