CNC Machinist

CNC Setter/Operator (3 & 5Axis)

Salary: Up to £16.15 per hour
Hours: Alternating weekly shifts, approx. 40-44 hours per week
Shifts: One week of earlies (approx. 07:00-16:30) followed by one week of lates (approx. 11:00/11:30-20:00/20:30)

Key Responsibilities of this CNC Setter/Operator position:

• Set and operate 3 and 5axis CNC machines (no programming required).
• Complete tooling, fixturing, and offset adjustments to run production efficiently.
• Produce components to drawing/specification with accurate in process inspection.
• Operate additional shopfloor equipment including band saws and conventional machines (training can be provided).
• Maintain high standards of safe working practices in the machine shop.
• Support production performance across the department by ensuring strong throughput and minimal downtime.
• Work collaboratively with offline programmers and senior machinists to resolve machining issues.
• Maintain good housekeeping and adhere to all quality and H&S procedures.

Requirements of this CNC Setter/Operator position:

• 5 years CNC machining experience, ideally with both 3 and 5axis machines.
• Ability to set and operate CNC machines confidently without requiring programming.
• Background may be wood, plastic, metal, or composite machining all accepted.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and measurement tools.
• Apprenticeship trained or City & Guilds qualification preferred, but not essential.
• Able to hit the ground running with solid machining fundamentals.
• Flexible to work across different machines or specialise depending on preference and business need.
• Enthusiastic, reliable, and motivated to maintain quality and output levels.

Benefits of this CNC Setter/Operator position:

• Training available on additional wood-machining equipment if needed.
• Opportunity to work across multiple CNC machine types and broaden skillset.
• Long term development opportunities with apprentices coming through the shop.

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If you like the look of this CNC Machinist position, click apply now or contact Jamie Garcia-Courtice Jamie.garciacourtice@orion-group.co.uk for more information.

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