CNC Setter Operator
CV-LibraryBirmingham, West Midlands (County), West MidlandspermanentPosted: 7 May 2026
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Base salary: £38,000 - 40,000 Shift Allowance
Shift allowance: 16.6% – Monday to Friday – Earlies and Lates
Alternate 2 week shift pattern 6am–2pm / 2pm–10pm
Location: Birmingham
We are looking for an experienced CNC Setter / Operator to join a fast-paced precision engineering environment. You’ll set and run CNC machines to produce high-quality components to strict tolerances.
CNC Setter/ Operator Key Responsibilities
Set and operate CNC machines efficiently
The CNC Setter/ Operator will read engineering drawings and edit programs where required
Inspect parts using measuring equipment (CMM, micrometres, verniers)
Monitor machine performance and report faults
Support continuous improvement and quality standardsCNC Setter/ Operator Requirements
Proven experience as a CNC Machinist and CNC setting/operating experience – Any programming knowledge ideal
Knowledge of multi-axis or 5-axis machining – Mazak & Matsuura Preferred
The CNC Machinist - Setter/ Operator will need to have controls experience with FANUC or Mazatrol (preferred)
Strong understanding of engineering drawings
Ability to work independently and maintain high quality standards
High Variety Low Volume experience preferred INDMAN
Base salary: £38,000 - 40,000 Shift Allowance
Shift allowance: 16.6% – Monday to Friday – Earlies and Lates
Alternate 2 week shift pattern 6am–2pm / 2pm–10pm
Location: Birmingham
We are looking for an experienced CNC Setter / Operator to join a fast-paced precision engineering environment. You’ll set and run CNC machines to produce high-quality components to strict tolerances.
CNC Setter/ Operator Key Responsibilities
Set and operate CNC machines efficiently
The CNC Setter/ Operator will read engineering drawings and edit programs where required
Inspect parts using measuring equipment (CMM, micrometres, verniers)
Monitor machine performance and report faults
Support continuous improvement and quality standardsCNC Setter/ Operator Requirements
Proven experience as a CNC Machinist and CNC setting/operating experience – Any programming knowledge ideal
Knowledge of multi-axis or 5-axis machining – Mazak & Matsuura Preferred
The CNC Machinist - Setter/ Operator will need to have controls experience with FANUC or Mazatrol (preferred)
Strong understanding of engineering drawings
Ability to work independently and maintain high quality standards
High Variety Low Volume experience preferred INDMAN