Details:
- Salary: £36,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Hastings
- Date: 6 days ago
Description:
CNC Setter / Operator – Advanced Engineering
Are you an experienced CNC Setter/Operator looking to develop your career within a high-performance precision engineering environment?
ASL Technical are recruiting on behalf of a leading Advanced Engineering business operating at the forefront of precision manufacturing. This is an excellent opportunity for skilled machinists who take pride in producing high-quality components and want to progress their careers — with genuine development opportunities into Team Leader level for the right candidates.
The Opportunity
You will be working within a modern CNC machining environment producing high-precision components to tight tolerances for demanding customers across multiple sectors.
This is a hands-on role suited to experienced machinists who are confident setting and operating CNC machines and are motivated by quality, efficiency and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Machine Setup & Operation
Set and configure CNC machines in line with engineering drawings and specifications
Select and install appropriate tooling and work holding
Load and verify NC programs, offsets and tool geometries
Quality Assurance & Process Control
Inspect finished components to ensure compliance with drawings
Identify and report programming or machining issues
Monitor machining processes and address tool wear or dimensional variation
Teamwork & Development
Work collaboratively with engineering, quality and maintenance teams
Support and mentor apprentices or junior machinists where required
Opportunity to progress into Team Leader responsibilities for suitable candidates
Skills & Experience Required
Proven experience as a CNC Setter/Operator or similar machining role
Strong understanding of CNC machining processes and tooling
Strong commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement
What’s On Offer
4.5 day working week
5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays
Loyalty length of service scheme
Pension scheme
Private medical insurance
Onsite gym facilities
EV company car scheme
Structured environment within an ISO9001 quality system
Genuine career progression opportunities, including Team Leader development pathways
If you are an experienced CNC machinist looking to take the next step in your career within a high-performance engineering environment, we would like to hear from you.
Apply today through ASL Technical