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Posted 08 August, 2026

CNC Machinist

Shillito Group
Sheffield, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

CNC Setter/Operator - Sheffield\n

Permanent

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£17.00-£21.00ph + shift allowance

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Days & Nights

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Shillito Group is recruiting an experienced CNC Set/Operator for an established precision engineering business in Sheffield.

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We're looking for someone who knows their way around a machine shop and can confidently take responsibility for setting, machining and checking their own work.

What you'll be doing\n
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  • Setting and operating CNC machinery, predominantley VMC Machines
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  • Working accurately from engineering drawings
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  • Making programme edits and adjustments where required
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  • Selecting tooling and setting offsets
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  • Producing and inspecting first-off components
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  • Machining components to tight tolerances
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  • Carrying out dimensional and quality checks throughout production
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  • Keeping machines running efficiently and maintaining good shop-floor standards
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What we need\n

This isn't purely an operator role.

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You'll need proven CNC setting experience and be comfortable taking a job from drawing through to a correctly machined component.

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We're looking for someone who can:

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  • Read and understand engineering drawings
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  • Work confidently to tight tolerances
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  • Make programme adjustments
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  • Set tooling and offsets
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  • Carry out first-off and in-process inspection
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  • Take responsibility for the quality of their own work
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Shillito Group is a specialist recruitment and executive search partner, working with ambitious businesses to secure high-impact talent across commercial and engineering markets. Our reputation is built on deep expertise, trusted relationships and delivering results that go beyond the brief.