CNC Setter / Operator
CV-LibraryOX4, Cowley, OxfordshirepermanentPosted: 12 October 2026
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Location: Abingdon
Salary: From £40,000pa
***Must be UK resident and have full right to work in the UK without sponsorship both now and in the future***
The Opportunity
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Join a specialist manufacturing team producing safety-critical equipment.
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Work collaboratively within a precision engineering environment.
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Operate on-site at a dedicated, clean, well organised manufacturing facility (not your typical machine shop)
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Contribute to high-quality production standards and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
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Set and operate 4-axis and 5-axis CNC milling machines and multi-turret CNC lathes.
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Plan and manage production schedules, including unmanned machining within a continuous manufacturing environment.
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Deburr, fettle and finish components to required specifications.
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Inspect components to ensure quality, accuracy and compliance with technical requirements.
Skills and Experience
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Ability to interpret CNC programmes, machine code and technical drawings, including assembly and finishing instructions.
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Strong knowledge of cutting tools, materials and machining processes.
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Experience with component inspection techniques, including pressure testing, magnetic particle inspection and paint finish assessment.
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Basic IT and ERP system skills, alongside a commitment to teamwork, accountability, integrity and high professional standards.
What’s on Offer
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Exceptional pension scheme, life assurance and healthcare cash plan.
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Annual leave allowance plus public holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave.
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Training and development opportunities tailored to individual needs.
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Additional benefits including retail discounts, subsidised catering, cycle-to-work scheme and workplace nursery support
Location: Abingdon
Salary: From £40,000pa
***Must be UK resident and have full right to work in the UK without sponsorship both now and in the future***
The Opportunity
*
Join a specialist manufacturing team producing safety-critical equipment.
*
Work collaboratively within a precision engineering environment.
*
Operate on-site at a dedicated, clean, well organised manufacturing facility (not your typical machine shop)
*
Contribute to high-quality production standards and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
*
Set and operate 4-axis and 5-axis CNC milling machines and multi-turret CNC lathes.
*
Plan and manage production schedules, including unmanned machining within a continuous manufacturing environment.
*
Deburr, fettle and finish components to required specifications.
*
Inspect components to ensure quality, accuracy and compliance with technical requirements.
Skills and Experience
*
Ability to interpret CNC programmes, machine code and technical drawings, including assembly and finishing instructions.
*
Strong knowledge of cutting tools, materials and machining processes.
*
Experience with component inspection techniques, including pressure testing, magnetic particle inspection and paint finish assessment.
*
Basic IT and ERP system skills, alongside a commitment to teamwork, accountability, integrity and high professional standards.
What’s on Offer
*
Exceptional pension scheme, life assurance and healthcare cash plan.
*
Annual leave allowance plus public holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave.
*
Training and development opportunities tailored to individual needs.
*
Additional benefits including retail discounts, subsidised catering, cycle-to-work scheme and workplace nursery support