CNC Lathe Setter / Operator

CNC Lathe Setter / Operator

Location: Crewkerne, Somerset

Job type: Permanent, 39 hours per week

Hours: Monday - Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm, Thursday 7:30am - 4pm & Friday 7:30am - 1pm

Salary: Up to £32,448 per annum, DOE

Are you an experienced CNC Setter looking for a long term role in a well established environment? We are looking for a skilled CNC Miller to join our clients Machine Shop on their day shift team.

The role

Working with a supportive Machine Shop team, you will be responsible for setting and operating a range of CNC milling machines(2, 3 and 3+2 axis) to produce small to medium batch components. Your role will include:

Setting and operating CNC milling machines (programming knowledge helpful but not essential)

Carrying out 1 st off inspections and quality checks using a variety of measuring tools

Making confident machine adjustments with minimal supervision

Tooling management, including replacing inserts

Undertaking deburring tasks as required

Basic machine maintenance

Using overhead cranes (training provided)

About you

You'll be an experienced CNC Miller with:

At least 2 years CNC milling experience using Faunc and Heidenhain controls

Strong understanding of technical drawings

High attention to detail and a problem solving mindset

Ability to work independently and as part of a small, collaborative team

Commitment to safe working practices

This role would suit someone who enjoys a varied workload, takes pride in precision work, and wants to be part of a company with a long history and strong future.

What's on offer

Competitive salary, dependent on experience

Quarterly profit bonus scheme (After passing probation)

Early finish on a Friday

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

10 days shutdown period in August every year & 4 days Christmas shutdown period

Vending machine card

Uniform and PPE provided

Employee Assistance Programme & Training Programme

Attendance Bonus (after 6 months service)

Eye tests & free flu jabs

Pension scheme

Closing date is 27 th February 2026

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are operating as an employment agency on behalf of its client.

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