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CNC Mill Turn Setter Operator
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£33,000 - £39,000 p/a
Chelmsford, Essex
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CNC Mill Turn Setter Operator | Precision Engineering | up to £39,000 | Chelmsford
The Role
We are looking for an experienced CNC Mill Turn Setter Operator to join a precision engineering company in Chelmsford.
You will be responsible for setting, programming and operating CNC machining centres, producing precision components in small to medium batches across a range of materials. The role involves working from existing programmes as well as programming new components from scratch using on-machine programming.
Key Responsibilities
- Set, operate and programme CNC machining centres
- Produce low-volume, precision components to customer specifications
- Use existing programmes, tooling and fixtures
- Programme new components from scratch where required
- Select appropriate tooling and make machine adjustments
- Produce and inspect first-off components
- Carry out in-process inspection and maintain quality standards
- Read and interpret engineering drawings and models
- Liaise with the Inspection and Machine Shop teams
- Identify and resolve machining issues where possible
- Operate multiple machining centres when required
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About You
The successful CNC Mill Turn Setter Operator will have a strong engineering background and previous experience setting and operating CNC machinery.
You Should Have
- Experience programming CNC machines
- The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Good knowledge of tooling and machining processes
- Experience producing precision components to tight tolerances
- A practical, problem-solving approach
- Good attention to detail and quality standards
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Experience with Mazatrol, Fanuc, XYZ or Citizen controls would be advantageous, as would knowledge of Fusion 360 or Gibbs.
An engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification would also be beneficial.
The Package
- Up to £19 per hour, depending on experience
- Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm
- 40-hour working week
- Varied precision engineering work
If you're an experienced CNC Mill Turn Setter Operator looking for a new opportunity in Chelmsford, apply today!
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