At a Glance
- Tasks: Set up and operate production machines while ensuring quality and safety standards.
- Company: Respected engineering company in Nottingham with a focus on teamwork.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, training opportunities, and potential for career advancement.
- Other info: Dynamic role with varied shifts and excellent growth potential.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in engineering and make a real impact in manufacturing.
- Qualifications: Experience in machine setting and inspection; GCSEs in Maths and English preferred.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Permanent Trainee Setter role based close to Nottingham. Full-time, onsite position offering a competitive salary with benefits. This role suits proactive, detail-oriented individuals with experience in machine setting and inspection within engineering or manufacturing environments. This position requires both a day and night shift (in the future), please review the shifts to ensure you are comfortable before applying.
Days: Mon-Thurs; Fri. There isn’t a regular shift pattern but there are afternoon shifts – this is roughly 2 weeks in every 6-8 weeks. Afternoon shift: Mon-Thurs; Fri. In future, the requirement to work night shifts – Mon-Wed; Thurs.
What you will be doing:
- As a Machine Setter, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient setup and operation of automatic production machines, maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
- You’ll work as part of a dedicated team, supporting continuous improvement and adhering to strict safety protocols to deliver precision-engineered components reliably and efficiently.
- Learn to set and operate production machinery.
- Support skilled Machine Setters with daily production.
- Carry out machine changeovers and minor adjustments.
- Measure and inspect components to quality standards.
- Record production data accurately.
- Monitor machine performance and report issues.
- Change tooling under supervision.
- Follow health & safety and manual handling procedures.
- Maintain high housekeeping standards (5S).
- Attend training and develop towards a Machine Setter role.
- Support continuous improvement activities.
- Produce quality components to customer specifications.
What we are looking for:
- We are seeking a motivated individual with relevant experience in setting and inspecting machines within a precision engineering or manufacturing environment.
- Strong communication skills and a positive attitude are essential for success in this role.
- The ideal candidate is safety-conscious, able to work independently and within a team, and eager to contribute to process improvements.
- Experience using automatic machine setting and inspection techniques, with familiarity of ERP systems like EFACS an advantage.
- Previous background in precision engineering or manufacturing required.
- Qualifications: GCSEs (A-C including Maths & English), Level 1 Maths and English, or an engineering apprenticeship.
- Good organisational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach.
- Strong work ethic and positive attitude towards learning and team collaboration.
Don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity to advance your career in a well-respected engineering company. Apply now and become a vital part of our client’s dedicated team in Nottingham.
Trainee Setter in Nottingham employer: Precept Recruit
Precept Recruit is an exceptional employer that prioritises a people-centric culture, fostering trust and respect among its employees. With a focus on transformation and growth, the HR Lead for Transformation & Culture Change will have the opportunity to make a significant impact while benefiting from a supportive work environment that encourages professional development and collaboration. Located in the UK, this role offers a unique chance to be part of a safety-first organisation committed to employee well-being and success.
