Posted 22 July, 2026
Night Shift Setter
Workshop Recruitment
Reading, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
As a Night Shift Setter, you'll be responsible for setting and operating CNC perforating presses to produce high-quality metal and plastic components. This Night Shift Setter role offers long-term stability, excellent bonus potential and the opportunity to support and develop other team members while contributing to continuous improvement across the business.
\nKey Responsibilities
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- Set and operate CNC perforating and punch presses. \n
- Produce quality components while achieving production targets. \n
- Carry out quality inspections in line with ISO procedures. \n
- Maintain excellent housekeeping and health & safety standards. \n
- Support continuous improvement initiatives, including SMED and 5S. \n
- Deputise for the Team Leader when required. \n
- Assist with training and developing colleagues. \n
- Contribute to environmental and quality objectives. \n
Skills & Experience
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- Previous Night Shift Setter or punch press setting experience. \n
- Mechanical or manufacturing background. \n
- Ability to read engineering drawings. \n
- Competent using micrometres and verniers. \n
- Good computer literacy. \n
- Excellent written and spoken English. \n
- Previous supervisory experience would be advantageous. \n
- Forklift licence or experience is desirable. \n
Working Hours
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- Sunday to Thursday, 10:00pm - 6:00am \n
You'll be paid for a 40-hour week while working 37.5 hours, with your daily 30-minute break fully paid.
\nPlease note – candidates will start on day shift for training, this will last for 2-4 weeks. Day shift hours are 6am – 2pm and 2pm – 10pm
\nWhy Apply
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- Discretionary Production Bonus (typically around 5%) \n
- Outstanding Profit Share Scheme - averaging 25% of annual salary over the past five years \n
- Paid breaks every shift \n
- Stable permanent opportunity with genuine long-term career prospects \n
- Join a supportive manufacturing team where your skills as a Night Shift Setter will be recognised and valued. \n
