CNC Setter/Operator
| Posting date: | 24 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £18.98 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 24 May 2026 |
| Location: | Bridgend, Bridgend County |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | JGR Recruitment & Training Ltd |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | Pam/CNC |
Summary
Jennifer Griffiths Recruitment are looking for an experienced CNC Setter/Operator for a leading Manufacturing Client in the Bridgend area.
Role summary and primary responsibilities
Reporting to the Section Leader the role of the CNC Setter/Operator is to operate and set turning and milling machines to provide support to the Metals Division.
* To set and operate CNC Turning/Milling machines and conventional mills and lathes.
* To produce components on said machines in strict accordance with drawing requirements.
* To seek work at all times and look to operate more than one machine whenever possible.
* Check all components before they to to inspection for 1st off and/or final batch inspection.
* Work to drawings/work instructions at all times.
* Ensure that all appropriate paperwork is completed accurately to maintain full traceability.
* Set and run times on routing cards are to be maintained or improved.
* To conduct all tasks in line with the current Health and Safety Legislation.
* Ensure all broken or worn tools are reported to the tool stores and all fixtures, vices etc are returned to storage after use.
* Report any problems, machine breakdowns etc to the Section Leader.
* All safety equipment provided is to be worn at all times.
* Keep all areas clean, tidy and organised at all times.
* All swarf and rubbish bins to be emptied daily.
Essential skills and qualifications
* A sound manufacturing background with experience gained in machine shop practices.
* Adaptable and ability to work within a team.
* Able to follow strict Health and Safety procedures.
The hours of work are Monday to Thursday, Night shifts.
Role summary and primary responsibilities
Reporting to the Section Leader the role of the CNC Setter/Operator is to operate and set turning and milling machines to provide support to the Metals Division.
* To set and operate CNC Turning/Milling machines and conventional mills and lathes.
* To produce components on said machines in strict accordance with drawing requirements.
* To seek work at all times and look to operate more than one machine whenever possible.
* Check all components before they to to inspection for 1st off and/or final batch inspection.
* Work to drawings/work instructions at all times.
* Ensure that all appropriate paperwork is completed accurately to maintain full traceability.
* Set and run times on routing cards are to be maintained or improved.
* To conduct all tasks in line with the current Health and Safety Legislation.
* Ensure all broken or worn tools are reported to the tool stores and all fixtures, vices etc are returned to storage after use.
* Report any problems, machine breakdowns etc to the Section Leader.
* All safety equipment provided is to be worn at all times.
* Keep all areas clean, tidy and organised at all times.
* All swarf and rubbish bins to be emptied daily.
Essential skills and qualifications
* A sound manufacturing background with experience gained in machine shop practices.
* Adaptable and ability to work within a team.
* Able to follow strict Health and Safety procedures.
The hours of work are Monday to Thursday, Night shifts.