CNC Setter Operator

Ravensthorpe
9 months ago
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Position: CNC Setter Operator
Term: Full time, Permanent
Location: Onsite, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire
Salary: £13 - £15ph+ (DOE), plus overtime
Experience: Minimum 2 year’s experience in a similar role
Working hours: 8am – 5pm (Monday – Thursday) 8am – 4pm (Friday)
Benefits: Increased holidays with time served, secure onsite parking, free hot drinks, work events.
GB Projects Ltd is an ambitious and growing family run commercial furniture manufacturer who have been successfully operating for over 50 years. We operate from a 30,000sqft office and manufacturing facility based in Dewsbury, West Yorkshire and specialise in the manufacture of high-quality commercial furniture for a wide range of clients including Luxury Automotive, Aerospace, High End Office Furniture, Retail and more.
CNC Setter Operator - The role:
If you are a hardworking, enthusiastic CNC Setter Operator who wants to join a growing team operating from a modern, forward-thinking manufacturer then this is the role for you. This role will give the right candidate the opportunity to grow with the business and take on more responsibility as they develop.
CNC Setter Operator - You will be part of a team working with:

  • Three SCM/Morbidelli 5 axis CNC’s
  • One Morbidelli 3 axis nesting CNC
  • Xilog/Maestro software
  • Company ERP for program, drawing and job sheet access
  • Solid timber, Plywood’s, Laminates, MDF, MFC, Solid surface, Veneers and more
  • Multiskilled candidates with experience in other areas including traditional wood machining, programming, bench work, assembly, spray finishing etc would be advantageous.
    CNC Setter Operator - What we’re looking for:
  • Experience with CNC wood machining and tooling.
  • Ability to work from CAD drawings with precision.
  • Knowledge of SCM machinery, Maestro, and Xilog (preferred but not essential).
  • Strong IT skills to navigate the company ERP systems.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Good physical fitness and dexterity, as some heavy lifting may be required.
  • A proactive approach with the ability to work independently

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