Job Description
Simply Recruitment is working with our client in Greater Manchester, who is looking for a CNC Setter/Operator to join their growing team, permanently, on a 4- day working week.Role OverviewAn excellent opportunity has arisen for a skilled CNC Setter/Operator to join the metal fabrication department. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting and operating CNC punch press and press brake equipment to manufacture precision metal components for electrical enclosures and distribution equipment. This is a hands-on skilled engineering role requiring expertise in CNC metal fabrication, the ability to read technical drawings, and experience with precision measuring equipment.
Working in a specialised production environment means every job is different, offering variety and the opportunity to use your technical skills across diverse projects. You will also play a key role in training other operators and apprentices, ensuring safe and efficient operation of machinery.Working PatternMonday Wednesday: 06:00 15:45 | Thursday: 06:00 15:15Salary£32,300 per annumBenefits PackageCompetitive salary4- day working weekPermanent position with established manufacturing businessWorking with modern CNC equipmentTraining and development opportunitiesPart of global engineering groupVaried and interesting work in custom manufacturing environmentKey ResponsibilitiesSet and operate CNC punch press and CNC press brake machines to manufacture metal componentsSet up modern paint plant equipmentDownload programs and engineering drawings from database using PCRead and interpret technical engineering drawings to ensure work meets specificationUse precision measuring equipment including verniers, micrometers, and gauges to verify dimensions and tolerancesSet up tooling, fixtures, and machine parameters for each production runPerform first-off inspections to ensure parts meet drawing specificationsTrain other employees and apprentices on safe machine operationUpdate GEMBA production recording system efficiently and accuratelyCarry out and record daily safety checks and TPM maintenance schedulesTroubleshoot machine issues and make adjustments to maintain qualityWork with minimum supervision and provide clear instructions to operatorsSupport continuous improvement initiatives and contribute suggestionsComply with all health and safety procedures and company policiesEssential RequirementsTime-served engineer or completed engineering apprenticeshipMinimum 3 years post-training experience operating CNC press brake or CNC punch press (essential requirement)Expert knowledge of either CNC press brake bending or CNC punch press operationAbility to read and interpret technical engineering drawingsProficient use of precision measuring equipment including verniers and micrometersMechanically minded with strong problem-solving skillsGood IT skills for downloading programs and using computer systemsGood standard of maths and numeracyQuick learner with ability to adapt to different jobsAbility to work with minimum supervisionHardworking, reliable, and well-organisedAble to communicate at all levelsCalm under pressure with flexible approach to varied workloadDesirable Skills & ExperienceExperience with both CNC press brake and CNC punch pressWelding and fabrication experiencePrevious CNC programming experienceExperience training and mentoring other operatorsElectrical enclosure or sheet metal fabrication backgroundTo ApplyFor more information or to apply for this position, please click applyTPBN1_UKTJ