CNC Machinist
Advertised by Precision People
- Location
- Leicester
- Salary
- £33,000 - £38,500 a year Holiday, Pension
- Job type
- Permanent
- Sector
- Engineering
- Posted
- 9 October 2026
Job description
CNC SetterMilling or Turning
Precision Engineering
Leicester, LE8 area
Mon-Fri - Mornings and Afternoons
Up to £38,500 per annum
Holiday and Pension
Are you a skilled CNC Machinist with experience in Milling or Turning, looking for an exciting new opportunity? If so, then please read on…
Our established client designs and manufactures high-performance optical components, from prototype to volume production. They are looking for skilled CNC Machinists with experience in precision engineering to join their growing team. You could be a CNC Miller or a CNC Turner. Commutable from South Leicester, Wigston, Oadby, Blaby, Whetstone and surrounding areas.
The Role of CNC Setter Operator
- Work within a small team operating CNC machinery, including 3-axis CNC Hurco Milling, high-speed spindle polishers, single-point diamond turning machines and twin-lap polishing machines to manufacture a wide range of precision optics
- Continuous process improvements, participating as a team member or under the direct instruction of your team leader or manager
- Quality checking on parts
- Adhere to all Health and Safety procedures as required
Candidate Requirements - CNC Setter Operator
- Experience in using CNC machines to produce high-precision parts
- Experience in using Spindle Polishers or Diamond Turners, or happy to learn
- CNC Milling or CNC Turning experience
- Quality inspection experience
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent mechanical skills
- A team player, as well as the ability to work independently
- Having an eye for detail
Package and Benefits - CNC Setter Operator
- Up to £38,500 per annum
- Mon-Fri - Mornings and Afternoons
- Salary depending on skills and experience
- Company Pension
- Holiday package
- In-house training and company support structure
Interested? To apply for this Optical Fabrication Machinist position, here are your two options:
1. "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and let’s talk through your experience. Ask for Dan Henderson on (phone number removed) between 8.30am - 5.30pm.
2. "I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to get an interview" - Click "apply now" so I can read your CV and let you know.
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Reference 225709139
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