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Date Added: Thu 19/02/2026

CNC Operator

Nottingham, UK
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Company: RUTH WAGSTAFF RECRUITMENT

Job Type: Permanent, FullTime

Salary: £32,000 - £38,000 per annum

A global manufacturing company is seeking experienced CNC Setter / Operator (Turning) to work at their modern manufacturing site in Nottingham. You will be responsible for operating and setting CNC Turning machines using Fanuc and Mazatrol controls.

A selection of Shifts are available from:

  • Monday to Friday - Mornings and Afternoons,
  • Monday to Friday - Permanent Afternoons
  • Sunday to Thurs - Permanent Night Shift.

Benefits:

  • £32k to £38k (dependent on skills, higher £s require CNC programming experience)
  • PLUS Shift PremiumCompany Bonus Scheme (up to 5% of annual salary)
    • 10% on Afternoon shift hours
    • OR  20% on perm Night shifts
  • 25 Days Holidays plus bank holidays
  • Modern, clean facility
  • Access to onsite gym and Subsidised canteen

Shifts:

Rotating Mornings and Afternoons

  • Week 1: Monday to Thursday 6am to 2pm, and Fri 6am to 1pm
  • Week 2: Monday to Thursday 2pm to 10pm and Friday 1pm to 8pm

Afternoons only

  • Monday to Thursday 2pm to 10pm and Friday 1pm to 8pm

Nights only

  • Sun 11pm – 6am, Mon to Thurs 10pm – 6am

Key responsibilities of CNC Setter / Operator:

  • Set / operate Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Turning Machines
  • Adjust machine controls (Fanuc and Mazatrol) and tool settings to keep part dimensions within specified tolerances
  • Work from CAD designs and specifications to complete various machining operations using information such as dimensions, tolerances, quantities, and any special instructions
  • Responsible for own quality using CMM and shadowgraph machines
  • Alter offsets according to SPC results
  • Participate in Lean / Six Sigma activities and other process improvement activities

CNC Setter / Operator Knowledge and Skills Required:

  • Ability to use measuring equipment and interpret drawings
  • Good knowledge of CNC Turning machines and ability to set up tooling
  • Ability to use simple gauges or instruments
  • Working knowledge of maths in a manufacturing environment
  • Ability to work well in a team environment
  • Experience of working with Fanuc and Mazatrol controlled CNC machinery (desirable)

If you have the required skills and qualifications for the CNC Setter / Operator role and would relish an exciting challenge, please apply or contact Stuart Cooper to discuss in further detail.  

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