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Posted 01 August, 2026

CNC Setter Operator

HR GO Recruitment
London, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

5 axis setter operator CNC machining centre opportunity within this subcontract precision engineering company.

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    A 38-hour week with a 12pm finish on Fridays

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    25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

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    Competitive basic salary with scope for significant overtime

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    Benefits including pension, life assurance and a company bonus scheme (subject to qualifying period)

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    Long-term development and increased responsibility available in a growing sub division

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Key responsibilities
\n * Set and operate 5-axis machining centres (Mazak Integrex and/or DMG Mori experience desirable)
\n * Produce components to engineering drawings, specifications and tight tolerances
\n * Select and set tooling and workholding equipment
\n * Carry out in-process quality checks using standard measuring equipment
\n * Work with a range of materials.
\n * Complete basic machine alignments as required
\n * Comply with Health & Safety requirements at all times
\n * Maintain ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards throughout the process

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Skills & experience
\n * Apprentice-trained or time-served engineer (City & Guilds or BTEC level preferred)
\n * Proven experience setting and operating 5-axis CNC mills or machining centres in a precision engineering environment
\n * Good understanding of control software.
\n * Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
\n * High attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality
\n * Able to work independently with minimal supervision and contribute positively to a team
\n * Flexibility with working hours when required to meet customer deadlines

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Package / benefits
\n * Competitive basic salary (dependent on experience)
\n * Scope for significant overtime
\n * 38-hour working week with a 12pm finish on Fridays
\n * 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
\n * Pension scheme
\n * Life assurance
\n * Company bonus scheme (subject to qualifying period)

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This is a permanent role. Applicants must have current UK right to work. To apply, please send your CV and contact details. HR GO are a recruitment agency supporting UK Manufacturing and aim to respond to all applications.

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