CNC Setter / Operator

Are you an experienced CNC Setter / Operator looking for long-term stability and a professional working environment? This organisation is seeking a capable individual to produce precision components to exacting standards within a clean and modern facility in Basildon, Essex.

Working on the shop floor, you will contribute to a team dedicated to high-quality manufacturing, ensuring customer specifications are met without compromise. If you're hands-on, detail-focused, and take pride in the quality of your work, this could be the ideal role for you.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will be responsible for setting and operating CNC machines to manufacture parts according to job cards and CAD programmes. You’ll ensure that each component meets the required quality standards while maintaining a safe and organised working environment.

Key duties will include:

• Performing daily maintenance checks on machines
• Maintaining a clean, debris-free work area
• Logging job activity using the Shop Floor Data Collection (SFDC) system
• Annotating blue route cards with relevant information such as run times, programme numbers, and any changes to processes or operations
• Ensuring every operation is supported by a signed first-off inspection
• Maintaining traceability of machined components throughout the process
• Reporting any health and safety concerns or near misses to your line manager
• Returning completed programmes and setting sheets to the CAD department

You will report directly to the Machine Shop Supervisor, and to the Operations Manager in their absence.

What We’re Looking For
To be successful in this position, you will need:

• Proven experience as a CNC Setter / Operator within a precision manufacturing environment
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Familiarity with common CNC controls such as Fanuc, Mazak, or similar
• Competence in the use of measuring tools and gauges
• A methodical and proactive approach to your work
• A strong sense of responsibility for safety and accurac

What’s in It for You?
This organisation offers a secure, full-time position with consistent hours and a supportive team culture. You will work in a well-maintained workshop using quality tools and machinery.

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Opportunities for overtime at enhanced rates
• 28 days of paid annual leave including bank holidays
• Free on-site parking
• Structured environment with opportunities to grow your skillset

This is a permanent role.

Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to a number of high technology industries. We thank you for your interest in this vacancy. If you do not hear from us within seven working days, please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. You are of course free to resubmit your CV or details in the future, and we shall assess your suitability at that time.