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Permanent

CNC SETTER/OPERATOR

Akorn Recruitment
Uckfield
money-bag Negotiable
Posted: 06 May 2026 (2 weeks ago)
Closing date: 05 June 2026
Ref: 222653059

CNC Setter / Operator (Miller) offering a very competitive salary.  The main purpose of this role will be to set and operate CNC Mills to produce parts correct to drawing.

REQUIREMENTS

Set and Run proven and unproven programs, adjust work and/or tool co-ordinates and correct any errors.

Set tools and produce ‘First off’ parts to the correct quality.

Change from machine to machine at infrequent intervals.

Fulfil training programs deemed necessary to allow efficient performance of duties.

Maintaining of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements.

Perform other duties from time to time, as may be required by the Company.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Must have experience in using CNC Machines

Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and GD&T.

Ability to read & understand ISO and conversational machine programs.

Capable of using various machine controls (FANUC, Heidenhain and Siemens).

Understand how tools and material will react after & during machining.

To be able to foresee potential problems before they arise.

Deadline driven without compromising quality.

Ideally have experience in machining chambers and fabricated items.

Understands requirements of On Time Delivery both internally and externally.

DESIRABLE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

IT literate (Windows 7, MS Office).

Experience of offline programming. AlphaCAM preferable – training available.

Experience of electronic inspection using Faro Arm.

Experienced in manual turning.

Experienced in CNC turning.

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