CNC Setter Operators - Nights

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CNC Setter / Operator - Night Shift (Monday - Thursday 5pm-5am). The role can be a miller or a turner, the role offers stable long term commitment. This is a state of the art factory that supply's the aerospace, defence, motor sport and other hi tech sectors. This is a hands-on setter/operator position (not a programming role), working on Heidenhain-controlled CNC milling machines (can cross training controls) to produce high-quality machined components to drawing specification.

• Set and operate Heidenhain CNC milling machines on the night shift.
• Define machine datum's and prove out new jobs.
• Load programmes, set tooling and apply work/tool offsets accurately to meet required tolerances.
• Edit machine offsets as needed to maintain part quality.
• Carry out first-off and in-process inspection using calipers, micrometres and gauges.
• Verify dimensions against engineering drawings and maintain machining tolerances.
• Collaborate with inspectors to ensure all drawing and quality requirements are achieved.
• Perform routine machine maintenance, preventive checks and basic troubleshooting.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records; report any quality or equipment issues.
• Manage material identification and control.
• Work with team leaders to plan work efficiently and meet production schedules.

• Experience in subcontract (subcon) CNC machining.
• Proven experience setting and operating CNC milling machines, ideally with Heidenhain controls.
• Comfortable with 3-axis CNC milling as a minimum (experience above 3-axis is an advantage).
• Strong understanding of setting, tool offsets and work holding.
• Competent in basic inspection techniques and use of measuring equipment (callipers, micrometres, gauges).
• Ability to read, understand and interpret engineering drawings and tolerances.
• Good timekeeping, reliability and the ability to work independently on nights.

n.b. Premium rate overtime usually available on the Fridays. Other similar positions available with this client

This is a permanent job with a starting salary dependant on experience. You must have current UK right to work to be considered. HRGO are a recruitment agency supporting UK Manufacturing. We aim to respond to all applications.