CNC Setter Operator
Nr Waterlooville, Hampshire
Up to £19 per hour (depending on experience)
Full time, permanent
Are you an experienced CNC Setter Operator looking to join a fast-growing, forward-thinking manufacturing business? Our company is continuing its exciting growth journey and we’re looking for a skilled and detail focused Setter Operator to support precision production within a high standard, quality driven environment.
If you take pride in accuracy, enjoy working from technical drawings and thrive in a structured, well organised workshop, we’d love to hear from you.
Why Join
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. You’ll be part of a supportive and ambitious production team where safety, quality and operational discipline are genuinely valued.
This is an opportunity to work with modern machinery, contribute to continuous improvement and play a key role in delivering precision components to exacting standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Setting up and operating CNC lathes, mills and routers in line with work orders and engineering drawings
* Loading raw materials and tooling, ensuring correct alignment and setup
* Monitoring machine performance and adjusting to maintain accuracy and productivity
* Carrying out tooling changes, machine setups and program adjustments as required
* Conducting self-inspection using calipers, micrometers, gauges and other measuring equipment
* Completing in process checks and documenting results accurately
* Working collaboratively with the wider production team to meet output targets
* Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment
* Reporting machine faults, maintenance needs or production concerns promptly
What You’ll Bring
* Proven experience as a CNC Setter or Operator within a manufacturing environment
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings confidently
* Strong self-inspection capability and commitment to quality
* High attention to detail and accuracy
* Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a fast-growing environment
* A methodical, structured and reliable approach
Hours of work - Monday to Friday, 07:30 – 16:30
Benefits You’ll Enjoy
31 days holiday
Overtime opportunities
Free onsite parking
Pension Scheme
BUPA Healthcare plan
If you’re looking for a stable, permanent opportunity where your machining skills will be valued and developed within a professional and growing business, apply today and become part of a team committed to precision, quality, and continuous improvement