Job Title: CNC Setter / Operator

This position begins as a 12-week temporary contract, with the opportunity to transition into a permanent full-time role upon successful completion of the contract period.

Role Definition:

The CNC Setter / Operator is responsible for setting and operating CNC mills and lathes to manufacture components as per drawings, ensuring on-time production according to plan.

Hours of Work:

• Monday to Thursday: 07:45 AM – 4:30 PM
• Friday: 07:45 AM – 3:30 PM
• Break: 45-minute unpaid lunch break each day
• Total hours: 39 hours per week

Department:

Machine Shop

Accountable to:

Operations Manager

Day-to-Day Duties:

• Set and operate CNC vertical and horizontal twin pallet mills, turning centres with live tooling, CNC lathes using Fanuc control systems, and 5-axis CNC machining centres with 8-pallet AWC.
• Select appropriate tools and machine settings.
• Operate manual milling, turning, and grinding machines.
• Inspect parts using measuring equipment to ensure conformance to drawings.
• Complete production job documentation accurately.
• Prepare and handle raw materials.
• Perform weekly/monthly fluid checks and machine maintenance.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Follow all health and safety guidelines and propose improvements.
• Collaborate with team members to optimize processes.
• Perform any other reasonable tasks within the jobholder’s capability.

Performance Measures:

• % of non-conforming components produced.
• % of on-time delivery of components to plan.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience setting and operating CNC lathes and mills using Fanuc controls.
• Relevant manufacturing engineering qualification.

Skills:

• Essential:

  • Ability to set and operate CNC lathes and milling machines, including tooling setup.
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting manufacturing drawings.
  • Understanding of engineering tolerances.
  • Skilled in using micrometres, verniers, and gauges to inspect parts.
  • Strong communication skills, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
  • Proactive and positive approach.

• Desirable:

  • Experience with CAD/CAM offline programming, particularly using Fusion 360.