Job title: CNC Setter/Operator (Night Shift)

Location: Reading
Salary: £15.00ph - £17.50ph 20% Night Shift Premium Bonus Scheme
Job type: Permanent

We are looking for an experienced CNC Setter/Operator to join our client’s manufacturing team in Reading. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business producing high-quality perforated metal and plastic components. Working on a permanent night shift, you will play a key role in achieving production targets, maintaining quality standards, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing operation.

Please note: Successful candidates will complete a 2–4 week training period on either the 6:00am–2:00pm or 2:00pm–10:00pm shift, Monday to Friday, before moving onto the permanent night shift of Sunday to Thursday, 10:00pm–6:00am.

As a CNC Setter/Operator you can benefit from:

• £15.00ph - £17.50ph depending on experience
• 20% night shift premium
• 5% performance-related production bonus
• Profit-related payment scheme averaging approximately 25% of annual salary (subject to company performance)
• Generous holiday allowance
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Career progression opportunities within an established manufacturing business
• Supportive and team-focused working environment
• Work a 37.5-hour week and get paid for 40 hours

 
The role of a CNC Setter/Operator will include:

• Setting and operating CNC perforating and punch presses to achieve production targets
• Producing high-quality components in line with customer and company standards
• Carrying out quality inspections in accordance with ISO procedures
• Supporting the Night Shift Team Leader and deputising when required
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives across the production team
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and workplace organisation
• Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with Health & Safety procedures
• Assisting with training and developing team members
• Participating in team meetings and contributing ideas to improve efficiency, quality and performance
• Supporting environmental objectives in line with ISO 14001 requirements
• Working towards targets relating to running efficiency, scrap reduction and setup performance

 
The ideal CNC Setter/Operator should have the following skills and experience:

• Previous manufacturing experience with a strong mechanical background
• Experience setting CNC punch and/or perforating presses
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience using precision measuring equipment including micrometres and verniers
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Comfortable using PCs and production systems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Flexible approach to training shifts and additional hours when required

Desirable skills:

• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques including SMED and 5S
• Counterbalance Forklift Licence
• Power Press Regulations Certificate
• First Aid qualification

If you're interested in joining this company as their CNC Setter/Operator, APPLY NOW! For more information, please contact Paige Albery at Orion Electrotech for a chat.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, unfortunately we are not able to respond to every application personally. Therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. To see our other available vacancies, please visit our website.

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