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Permanent

CNC Setter /Operator

Prime Appointments
Southend-on-Sea
money-bag £30000 - £36500/annum depending on experience
Posted: 17 July 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 16 August 2026
Ref: 225384382

CNC Setter/Operators - Milling

Location - Southend-On-Sea

Salary - -30,000 - -36,500 depending on experience

A world leader in aerospace component manufacturing are currently searching for an experienced CNC Setter/Operator to working days. You will need to have extensive CNC Milling experience using Mazak and be able to work from drawings to produce aerospace components.

Duties:

  • Setting/operating and manufacturing a variety of small-batch components from engineering drawings to within tight limits
  • Manufacturing all components within an agree timescale
  • Be responsible for setting a variety of CNC machine tools for operators as and when required
  • Use a wide range of measuring equipment to check small-batch components
  • Make sure that manufactured products are suitably protected for transit
  • Mentor new staff as required
  • Be responsible for making sure that all manufacturing paper work is filled out correctly.

Experience:

  • Extensive CNC Milling experience is essential
  • Must be able to read engineering drawings, set CNC machines and use measuring equipment
  • Mazak CNC Machining Centre experience would be beneficial
  • Ability to work using Metric and Imperial is a must
  • You will ideally be qualified to GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English
  • Aerospace industry experience preferred

The ideal person would have completed an apprenticeship and attended training courses.

Benefits:

  • Monday to Thursday 8am to 5pm and on Friday 8am to 1pm
  • Health Care Cash Plan
  • Contributory Pension Scheme for eligible employees
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • 24 days holiday (in addition to UK bank and public holidays)
  • Life Assurance
  • Company Sick Pay Scheme
  • Free access to a local gym
  • Free car parking

Please use the link to apply or call Julia @ Prime Appointments for more information.

Candidates who will require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this role.

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