Location:  Bedford, England

An engineering company based in Bedford, are currently looking for a CNC Setter Operator to join their busy team on a permanent basis.

As the CNC Setter Operator your key responsibilities will include:
• Prepare and operate 3, 4 and 5 axis CNC milling machines
• Reading engineering drawings, and achieving the desired result by following machining instructions
• Preparing and loading raw materials such as high-grade steels and aluminium onto machines
• Supervising the machines while they execute the tasks, making any necessary adjustments to produce a better result
• Inspecting and measuring finished products and comparing these to drawing dimensions and tolerances
• Recording data of machining operations on Route Cards

Successful applicants for this CNC Setter Operator position must have:
• The ability to interpret engineering drawings and CAD models
• Experience setting and operating 3 and 4 axis vertical CNC milling machines
• An understanding of tolerances
• A Self-motivated attitude and the desire to develop engineering skills

It would also be beneficial for the successful CNC Setter Operator to:
• Be proficient in setting and operating 5 axis vertical milling machines
• Possess offline programming experience