CNC Setter/Operator

Location: Whitstable

Job Type: Full-time, permanent

Salary: £26,3000 - £32,000 + 25% shift premium

We are seeking a skilled CNC Setter/Operator to join our clients Machine Shop team in Whitstable. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting and operating CNC multi-tasking lathes to manufacture components from bar stock for our internal assembly flow lines, ensuring the highest quality and timely delivery.

Day to day of the CNC Setter/Operator role:

• Setting and operating CNC lathes to produce small to medium size batches of work efficiently.
• Inspecting work against engineering drawings using various measuring equipment and reporting any quality defects.
• Conducting daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance checks on machines, maintaining good housekeeping standards, adhering to 5S requirements, and promptly reporting any issues.
• Optimising efficiencies through reduced set-up and cycle times, plus monitoring tool life.
• De-burring, cleaning, final inspection, and completion of all traceability documentation.

Required Skills & Qualifications of the CNC Setter/Operator:

• GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths Grade C or above, or relevant experience.
• Knowledge of operating CNC machine tools, with experience of CNC lathes with a minimum of 4 axis.
• Experience in reading and editing Fanuc based programs.
• Competent in reading and understanding engineering drawings and able to inspect work using a range of measurement equipment.

Benefits for the CNC Setter/Operator:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a skilled team in a state-of-the-art Machine Shop.
• Training and development opportunities.

If you are interested in this role, please apply and Reed Engineering looks forward to speaking.