Anglia Plastics Ltd
CNC Setter Operator - Talent Pool
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
CNC Setter Operator - Talent Pool
Permanent, Full Time
Hours -
- Week 1 (Early Shift): Monday to Friday, 06:00 – 14:00
- Week 2 (Late Shift): Monday to Thursday, 13:45 – 22:15, Friday, 13:45 – 19:45
About Us
Oadby Plastics is a leading plastics manufacturer with over 50 years of experience, built on a strong commitment to both our people and sustainability.
We pride ourselves on being a business that genuinely values and invests in its employees, offering a positive and supportive working environment where everyone feels empowered to do their best work. Our modern, comfortable facilities span over 225,000 sq. ft across distribution and production, providing a professional and well equipped place to work.
Our Head Office is based in Leicestershire, conveniently located just off the M1/M69 on the Braunstone Frith Industrial Estate. Alongside this, our additional branches and sister companies operate across the UK, enabling us to deliver outstanding service to our customers nationwide.
At Oadby Plastics, we believe our people are at the heart of our success. We’re proud to offer a workplace where individuals are supported, developed, and encouraged to grow as part of a stable, forward-thinking business.
Building Our Talent Pool
We are currently looking to build a talent pool of CNC Programmer Setter Operators with all levels of experience to support both current and future opportunities across our site.
By applying, you will be registered on our system and considered for upcoming vacancies within our production team. This is a great opportunity to express your interest in working with us, even if there isn’t an immediate vacancy that matches your availability. We operate a variety of shift patterns of Week 1 (Early Shift): Monday to Friday, 06:00 – 14:00 Week 2 (Late Shift): Monday to Thursday, 13:45 – 22:15, Friday, 13:45 – 19:45.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
What You Will Be Doing
Working as part of the CNC team, the CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator plays a key role in producing high-quality components to exact specifications. You’ll be responsible for programming, setting and operating 3 or 5 axis CNC machinery, ensuring accuracy, efficiency and a strong focus on safety and quality throughout the process. In this role, you’ll help keep production running smoothly and support our wider goals across the department.
Your day to day responsibilities include:
- Programming, setting and operating 3 or 5 axis CNC machines to produce components that meet technical drawings, tolerances and quality standards.
- Selecting the right materials, tools and machining strategies, and carrying out first-off and final checks to ensure accuracy.
- Interpreting CAD drawings and engineering information to deliver precise and consistent results.
- Performing daily and weekly machine checks, maintaining equipment, and reporting any issues to the CNC Lead Operator or Production Supervisor.
What Are We Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is reliable, hands-on, and takes pride in producing high quality work. You’ll need to be comfortable working as part of a team, have a proactive attitude, and be willing to support the wider production area when needed. The ideal person will have strong practical skills, good attention to detail, and a positive approach to learning and continuous improvement.
To Be Successful In This Role, You’ll Need
- Experience editing 3 or 5 axis CNC machines using CAD/CAM software.
- Experience setting up and operating 3 or 5 axis CNC machinery.
- Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, and machining specifications.
- High attention to detail with a strong understanding of precision measurement and machining processes.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Benefits
- Salary – from £14.30 per hour depending on experience
- Company profit share scheme
- Hours – Week 1 (Early Shift): Monday to Friday, 06:00 – 14:00. Week 2 (Late Shift): Monday to Thursday, 13:45 – 22:15, Friday, 13:45 – 19:45
- Pension
- Annual leave - 30 days holiday (including bank holidays) rising with length of service
- Life assurance
- Free car parking
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity
- Long service awards
- Free eye tests
- Employee referral scheme
- Training and development opportunities
- Wellbeing benefits: Employee Assisted Programme, 24-hour GP access, Charity events/fundraisers
We are committed to applying our Equal Opportunities Policy at all stages of the recruitment and selection process and encourage applicants from different diverse groups in the community to apply. We can make reasonable adjustments at any stages if required.
Please submit your CV without delay to avoid disappointment; we may close vacancies if we receive a sufficient number of completed applications. For any candidates being recommended by our current employee’s, you must apply directly through our website and stipulate the referring employee.
Closing Date
28/08/2026
Location
Leicester
Department
Machining - General
Job Title
CNC Setter Operator - Talent Pool
Salary
From £14.30 per hour, depending on experience
Experience
Experience setting and operating CNC machines using CAD/CAM software
City
Leicester
Country
United Kingdom
Change Country
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills