Bespoke Career Solutions
CNC Setter / Programmer – Dudley
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Important information
Contract type:
Permanent
Location:
Dudley, UK
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
3 September 2026
What they need
CNC Setter / Programmer – Dudley
Location: Dudley area
Pay: £18.00 per hour
Hours: Full-time, day shift
Bespoke Career Solutions is recruiting an experienced CNC Setter / Programmer for a specialist engineering manufacturer in the Dudley area.
The company manufactures chains and associated precision components in high volumes for demanding industrial applications. You will be responsible for setting and programming Fanuc-controlled Doosan and Puma CNC lathes, ensuring parts are manufactured accurately, consistently and efficiently.
This position requires someone who can confidently take responsibility for their machines, from interpreting engineering drawings and preparing tooling through to programming, setting and inspecting finished components.
Key Responsibilities
- Programming, setting and operating Fanuc-controlled CNC lathes
- Working with Doosan and Puma turning machines
- Producing specialist components used in chain manufacturing
- Creating, editing and proving CNC programs
- Setting tools, workholding equipment and machine offsets
- Completing accurate machine changeovers between production runs
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
- Selecting suitable tooling, speeds, feeds and cutting parameters
- Producing first-off components and completing dimensional checks
- Using verniers, micrometers, gauges and other measuring equipment
- Monitoring machines throughout high-volume production runs
- Making adjustments to maintain accuracy and consistent quality
- Identifying and resolving programming, tooling and machining problems
- Checking finished components against drawings and specifications
- Recording inspection results and completing production paperwork
- Working to production schedules and agreed output targets
- Reducing machine downtime, tooling waste and rejected components
- Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working area
- Following all quality and health and safety procedures
Skills and Experience Required
To be considered for this position, you must have:
- Previous experience programming and setting CNC lathes
- Practical experience with Fanuc controls
- Experience working with Doosan or Puma CNC lathes
- The ability to program and edit at the machine
- The ability to set machines independently
- Good knowledge of CNC turning and machining processes
- Confidence reading engineering drawings
- Experience using precision measuring equipment
- A good understanding of tooling, offsets, speeds and feeds
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
- The ability to maintain quality during high-volume production
- Good attention to detail and a reliable approach to work
Experience within chain manufacturing or another high-volume precision engineering environment would be advantageous.
What’s on Offer?
- £18.00 per hour
- Full-time day shift
- Specialist engineering and manufacturing work
- Modern Fanuc-controlled Doosan and Puma CNC lathes
- High-volume production environment
- Opportunity to use and develop your CNC programming skills
- Accessible location for candidates based in Dudley, Tipton, Oldbury, Brierley Hill, Stourbridge, West Bromwich and surrounding areas
Apply Today
If you have experience programming and setting Fanuc-controlled Doosan or Puma CNC lathes and are looking for a CNC Setter / Programmer job in the Dudley area, Bespoke Career Solutions would like to hear from you.
Apply today or contact the Bespoke Career Solutions recruitment team for further information.
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Pay: £15.00-£18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 39.0 per week
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
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