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Posted 14 August, 2026

CNC Machinist

Shillito Group
Sheffield, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

CNC Setter/Operator - Sheffield Permanent £17.00-£21.00ph + shift allowance Days & Nights Shillito Group is recruiting an experienced CNC Set/Operator for an established precision engineering business in Sheffield. 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 Setting and operating CNC machinery, predominantley VMC Machines Working accurately from engineering drawings Making programme edits and adjustments where required Selecting tooling and setting offsets Producing and inspecting first-off components Machining components to tight tolerances Carrying out dimensional and quality checks throughout production Keeping machines running efficiently and maintaining good shop-floor standards What we need This isn't purely an operator role. You'll need proven CNC setting experience and be comfortable taking a job from drawing through to a correctly machined component. We're looking for someone who can: Read and understand engineering drawings Work confidently to tight tolerances Make programme adjustments Set tooling and offsets Carry out first-off and in-process inspection Take responsibility for the quality of their own work 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