Our client, a specialist precision engineering manufacturer based in High Wycombe, is seeking an experienced CNC Setter to join their growing team. Working within a high-specification subcontract manufacturing environment, this is an excellent opportunity for a skilled machinist with strong turning and milling experience to take ownership of work from setup through to inspection and sign-off.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working independently, solving technical challenges, and contributing to continuous improvement within a modern and quality-focused engineering business.
Key Duties:
- Set, prove out and run first-off components on CNC lathes and machining centres.
- Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T requirements.
- Design and manufacture workholding solutions including soft jaws, fixtures and jigs.
- Write and edit CNC programs using Siemens ShopTurn and ShopMill controls.
- Carry out in-process and final inspections using standard metrology equipment.
- Complete first-off sign-off procedures using digital shop floor systems.
- Support production workflow and assist with problem-solving on the shop floor.
- Contribute to tooling optimisation, cycle time reduction and process improvements.
- Maintain high standards of quality, housekeeping and Health & Safety compliance.
Requirements:
- Fully time-served CNC machinist with strong turning and milling experience.
- Previous experience within a subcontract or high-mix, low-volume environment.
- Good knowledge of Siemens ShopTurn and ShopMill controls.
- Ability to manufacture workholding solutions independently.
- Competent using manual machining equipment where required.
- Confident using inspection equipment and interpreting engineering drawings.
- Organised, methodical and able to work independently.
- Full right to work in the UK.
Desirable Experience:
- Experience within an AS9100 or ISO 9001 manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of FAIRs and traceability requirements.
- Experience with XYZ ProtoTRAK systems.
- Exposure to CMM or vision-based inspection equipment.
- Experience machining stainless steel, aluminium and titanium.
Benefits:
- Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 depending on experience.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Opportunity to work with modern Siemens-controlled machinery.
- Supportive and collaborative engineering environment.
- Opportunities for progression and technical development.
- Planned workplace EV charging facilities.
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