CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator

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CNC Programmer/Setter/Operator

Are you ready to put your skills to work? We’re looking for a skilled Turner to programme, set, and operate a 4-star sliding head machine. If you’re passionate about improving processes, optimising performance, and keeping things running smoothly, we’d love to hear from you! Plus, how does a 4-day working week sound? Don’t miss out – apply today!"

Who are we?

We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an awarding-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including: Sales & Marketing, Admin & Customer Service, Technical & Engineering, Industrial & Manufacturing, Finance & Accountancy, Care & Education, Supply Chain & Logistics.

Duties to Include:

Machining a wide range of components from a wide range of different and sometimes difficult materials to tight tolerances.
Finishing parts to the required specifications
Quick turnaround set/run on small batch quantities
Oversee unmanned/lights out machining
Review parts produced, drawings or instructions to understand required specifications.
Monitor machine while working to achieve optimum outputs

Skills/Experience required:
The ability to read and understand complex drawings
A good eye for detail
Able to work well as part of a team
Good problem-solving skills
To be able to produce first run prototypes
Previous experience in turning, programming, setting and operating

So, are you ready for your next job? Hit on the apply button today

If you have not received a response within 3-5 working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Busy Bee Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency for this Permanent vacancy

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