CNC Setter/Operator

CNC Setter Operator - Aerospace

£30,000 - £35,000 | Southend-on-Sea | Monday to Thursday

An established aerospace engineering manufacturer in Southend-on-Sea is seeking an experienced CNC Setter Operator to join its production team. This is a hands-on role for a skilled machinist with strong machine operation skills, working to tight tolerances in a quality-driven environment.

Reporting to the Production Manager, you'll be responsible for setting and running a variety of machines, supporting secondary operations, and contributing to continuous improvement and on-time delivery.

What's on Offer

£30,000 - £35,000 salary, depending on experience
Hours 6.45am to 4.30pm Monday to Thursday (37 hours per week)
16 days holiday plus bank holidays
Pension scheme, health cash plan, life assurance, EAP and employee discounts

Key Responsibilities

Set and operate a variety of machines including grinding.
Work with machines such as Wickman Scrivener, Ghiringhelli, Cincinnati or Tschudin
Support secondary operations where required (thread rolling, deburring, marking, drilling)
Carry out first-off and in-process inspection to ensure quality standards are met
Work to aerospace standards and health & safety requirements
Reduce scrap and rework through effective machine set-up and process control
Maintain production efficiency and support KPI targets

What We're Looking For

Ability to set and operate CNC and manual mills, lathes and grinders
Ability to work to tight tolerances
Experience of Grinding in an engineering environment is preferable but must be willing to learn and develop grinding skills
Aerospace background preferred but not essential
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications
Strong measurement skills, including micrometers and gauges
High attention to detail and commitment to quality
Team-focused with a proactive approach

This role is ideal for an experienced CNC Setter Operator or Centreless Grinder looking for a 4 day week and great benefits. Apply now via the link or call Julia at Prime Appointments.

Candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered