Overview
CNC Setter – Structural Steel Fabrication | Leeds | £35–£40k
Location: Leeds | Salary: £35,000–£40,000 | Hours: 40 per week, core 8:30–17:00
Are you an experienced CNC setter looking to take the next step in your career? This hybrid role offers the chance to continue hands-on setting while also developing programming and machine optimisation skills. Ideal for someone with a strong background in structural steel fabrication.
Responsibilities
* Set up, operate, and maintain CNC steel processing machines (Ficep, Kaltenbach, Peddinghaus, and Voortman)
* Support programming, make adjustments, and optimise machine outputs for efficiency and quality
* Read and interpret CAD files, DSTV data, and engineering drawings to ensure accurate setups
* Troubleshoot issues on the shop floor and contribute to workflow improvements
* Maintain programme libraries, documentation, and revision control
What we’re looking for
* Proven experience as a CNC setter in structural steel fabrication
* Hands-on knowledge of Ficep, Kaltenbach, or Peddinghaus machinery; Voortman experience is a plus
* Ready to step into programming and optimisation responsibilities
* Strong understanding of steel profiles, materials, and fabrication processes
* Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and precision
Why this role?
* £35–£40k per year, depending on experience
* Permanent, full-time, on-site in Leeds
* Career progression: expand your skills into programming and optimisation while staying hands-on
* Join a high-performing structural steel business with excellent development opportunities
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