CNC Machine Setter

Full time, permanent position available with an immediate start.

Key Plant Automation Ltd is a leading provider of innovative automation solutions, specializing in advanced welding, positioning, and robotic systems. With a reputation for quality, precision, and reliability, we are committed to delivering cutting-edge technology to industries worldwide.

Due to continued company growth, we are looking for an experienced CNC Machine Setter to join our production team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CNC machinist with a strong precision engineering background who is confident setting and operating CNC machinery and producing complex components to tight tolerances.

Experience with CNC milling and/or turning centres is essential.

Benefits:

• Employment stability
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to earn a yearly attendance bonus
• Company workwear supplied and maintained
• In-house training courses provided
• Option to join the company pension scheme (NEST)
• Birthday holiday entitlement
• Free on-site secure parking
• Flexible overtime opportunities
• Internal progression for the right candidate

The Company:

• World leaders in welding and robot manipulation
• Able to provide bespoke solutions to a world-class customer base
• Design and manufacture high precision mechanical products for industries including wind energy, nuclear, defence, general engineering, and oil & gas
• Machining primarily ferrous materials with some non-ferrous
• Working to tight tolerances and high-quality standards
• Progressive, forward-thinking, and expanding due to growth

The Role:

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced CNC Machine Setter to join our production and machining team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for setting and operating CNC machinery, preparing machines for production, selecting appropriate tooling and ensuring components are manufactured accurately and efficiently.

You will need to have experience in one or more of the following:

• CNC Milling – setting and operating CNC machining centres
• CNC Turning – setting and operating CNC lathes
• Tooling selection and setup
• Workholding and component setup
• Producing precision components to tight tolerances
• Working from engineering drawings and technical specifications

Key Responsibilities:

• Set and operate CNC milling and/or turning machinery
• Prepare machines for production runs
• Select and set appropriate tooling and workholding
• Load programmes and make offsets/tool adjustments where required
• Set workpiece datums and establish machine coordinates
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Produce first-off components and carry out dimensional checks
• Use precision measuring equipment such as micrometres, verniers and height gauges
• Make appropriate machine adjustments to maintain component accuracy
• Identify and resolve machining or tooling issues
• Carry out in-process and final quality inspections
• Ensure components are produced efficiently and to the required tolerances
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working area
• Follow company quality, health & safety and production procedures

Our Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have proven experience setting and operating CNC machinery within a precision engineering environment
• Be confident setting machines from drawings and job specifications
• Have a good understanding of tooling, workholding and machining processes
• Be able to interpret engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances
• Be confident using precision measuring equipment
• Be capable of identifying and resolving machining issues
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Take pride in producing high-quality precision components

Essential Attributes:

• Honest and reliable
• Proven CNC setting and operating experience
• Experience within a precision engineering/manufacturing environment
• Good understanding of machining processes
• Good communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Commitment to quality and safe working practices

Working Hours:

Monday – Thursday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Friday: 7:30am – 4:00pm

Holiday Entitlement:

20 days + 8 bank holidays (+1 birthday holiday)

The company operates a shutdown period over Christmas.

Work Location: In person