My well-established Engineering client based close to Caversham is looking to recruit a Trainee Machine Setter initially on a permanent basis. Candidates must be experienced in machine operating and looking to take a step up to setting. Candidates will ideally have previous engineering / manufacturing experience (ideally with CNC) and be familiar with engineering practices, machine health & safety and equipment, hand tools and measuring equipment (vernier calipers etc). Any experience of sheet metal and processes would be very welcome. Main Duties: * To set and operate CNC perforating presses * To deputise when required for shift team leader * To produce quality parts at output targets * To carry out checks in line with ISO procedures * Ensure quality standards are met and high standards of housekeeping are maintained * To drive a continual improvement culture within the team * Attend other meetings and generate ideas for improvements * To work as part of team Experience: * Manufacturing with a mechanical background * Numerate and literate * Able to read technical drawings * Able to use measuring equipment (micrometres/verniers) * PC literate The role is offered on a double day shift, working 06.00 – 14.00 / 14.00 – 22.00 which will rotate weekly. An attractive hourly rate of £14.50 – 17.50 per hour is available depending on skill level. In add...