Trainee Setter

Trainee Setter | Nottingham | Permanent | Competitive Salary

Permanent Trainee Setter role based close to Nottingham. Full-time, onsite position offering a competitive salary with benefits. This role suits proactive, detail-oriented individuals with experience in machine setting and inspection within engineering or manufacturing environments.

This position requires both a day and night shift (in the future), please review the shifts to ensure you are comfortable before applying. 

Days: (Apply online only) Mon-Thurs; (Apply online only) Fri. There isn’t a regular shift pattern but there are afternoon shifts – this is roughly 2 weeks in every 6-8 weeks. Afternoon shift: (Apply online only) Mon-Thurs; (Apply online only) Fri.

In future, the requirement to work night shifts –  (Apply online only) Mon-Wed; (Apply online only) Thurs.

What you will be doing

As a Machine Setter, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient setup and operation of automatic production machines, maintaining high standards of quality and safety. You’ll work as part of a dedicated team, supporting continuous improvement and adhering to strict safety protocols to deliver precision-engineered components reliably and efficiently.

Learn to set and operate production machinery.

Support skilled Machine Setters with daily production.

Carry out machine changeovers and minor adjustments.

Measure and inspect components to quality standards.

Record production data accurately.

Monitor machine performance and report issues.

Change tooling under supervision.

Follow health & safety and manual handling procedures.

Maintain high housekeeping standards (5S).

Attend training and develop towards a Machine Setter role.

Support continuous improvement activities.

Produce quality components to customer specifications.

What we are looking for

We are seeking a motivated individual with relevant experience in setting and inspecting machines within a precision engineering or manufacturing environment. Strong communication skills and a positive attitude are essential for success in this role. The ideal candidate is safety-conscious, able to work independently and within a team, and eager to contribute to process improvements.

Experience using automatic machine setting and inspection techniques, with familiarity of ERP systems like EFACS an advantage

Previous background in precision engineering or manufacturing required

Qualifications: GCSEs (A-C including Maths & English), Level 1 Maths and English, or an engineering apprenticeship

Good organisational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach

Strong work ethic and positive attitude towards learning and team collaboration

Don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity to advance your career in a well-respected engineering company. Apply now and become a vital part of our client’s dedicated team in Nottingham