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Posted 02 August, 2026

CNC Setter Operator

Next Generation Ltd
West Bromwich, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Job Title: CNC Setter OperatorContract: PermanentHourly rate: £18.50 per hourWorking Hours: Monday Friday (Days)Due to expansion, Next Generation are currently recruiting for an CNC Setter Operator to work with a leading global manufacturer who produce machined components supplying predominantly into the Aerospace 3industry. As the CNC Setter Operator you will be responsible for programming, setting and operating Fanuc controlled Lathes.Duties of the CNC Setter Operator:Setting & Operating CNC lathes using Fanuc controlsCarrying out offsets & tool changesAltering speeds and feedsRunning multiple lathes at any one timeMonitoring cycle timesBasic machine maintenanceThe successful candidate for the CNC Setter Operators position will have the following experience:3 5 years experience Setting & Operating Lathes (Essential)3 5 years experience within Fanuc or Heidenhain controls (Essential)Checking for defects & quality issues (Essential)Ability to manage cycle times (Essential)Excellent attention to detail (Essential)Due to the high number of applications we receive, we are sometimes not able to respond directly to each candidate. If you havent been contacted within 14 days of your application, unfortunately you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Next Generation and the relevant client related to this vacancy.Next Generation work in partnership with businesses across the UK who operate within Manufacturing, Logistics & Commercial sectors. We provide permanent and contract opportunities engaging with talented candidates looking to make their next career move.TPBN1_UKTJ