Skilled CNC Engineer

CNC Setter Operator - Aerospace

£30,000 - £35,000 | Southend-on-Sea | Monday to Thursday

An established aerospace engineering manufacturer in Southend-on-Sea is seeking an experienced CNC Setter Operator to join its production team. This is a hands-on role for a skilled machinist with strong machine operation skills, working to tight tolerances in a quality-driven environment.

Reporting to the Production Manager, you'll be responsible for setting and running a variety of machines, supporting secondary operations, and contributing to continuous improvement and on-time delivery.

What's on Offer

• £30,000 - £35,000 salary, depending on experience
• Hours 6.45am to 4.30pm Monday to Thursday (37 hours per week)
• 16 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme, health cash plan, life assurance, EAP and employee discounts

Key Responsibilities

• Set and operate a variety of machines including grinding.
• Work with machines such as Wickman Scrivener, Ghiringhelli, Cincinnati or Tschudin
• Support secondary operations where required (thread rolling, deburring, marking, drilling)
• Carry out first-off and in-process inspection to ensure quality standards are met
• Work to aerospace standards and health & safety requirements
• Reduce scrap and rework through effective machine set-up and process control
• Maintain production efficiency and support KPI targets

What We're Looking For

• Ability to set and operate CNC and manual mills, lathes and grinders
• Ability to work to tight tolerances
• Experience of Grinding in an engineering environment is preferable but must be willing to learn and develop grinding skills
• Aerospace background preferred but not essential
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Strong measurement skills, including micrometers and gauges
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Team-focused with a proactive approach

This role is ideal for an experienced CNC Setter Operator or Centreless Grinder looking for a 4 day week and great benefits. Apply now via the link or call Julia at Prime Appointments.

Candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered.