CNC Machining Setter/Programmer

Company: Hales Group Ltd
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Location: Letchworth
Job Description:

CNC Machining Programmer/Setter/Operator

Are you an experienced CNC machinist seeking a role within a highly revered engineering company, where overtime is readily available and enhanced benefits are on offer? Look no further!

Hales Group is recruiting for an experienced CNC Machining Programmer/Setter/Operator to join our client based in Letchworth. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing business, working within a busy and modern workshop environment.

This permanent position offers full-time hours on a 37.5 hour basis. You will play a key role in supporting workshop operations during your shift, with responsibility for the programming, setting and running of various precision components.

Location: Letchworth

Hours: Full-time Day Shift (37.5 hour working week)

Basis: Permanent

Salary: £35-42.9K per annum (DOE)

Key Responsibilities

  • Program machines (Doosan), both from scratch and from existing data
  • Set and operate CNC machines
  • Produce one-off press tools, working to tight tolerances
  • Run a variety of precision components
  • Confirm quality standards by conducting first-off inspections
  • Ensure all work meets required quality standards and specifications
  • Follow company procedures, including quality and Health & Safety guidelines
  • Support across the workshop in line with continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

  • Proven experience in CNC milling (essential)
  • Experience working in a similar capacity within a workshop environment
  • Strong ability to set, operate, and program CNC machinery
  • Confident reading and interpreting engineering drawings
  • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Experience with CAD/CAM software, with knowledge of Delcam or SpaceClaim desirable
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and support a team environment
  • Flexible and reliable approach to work

What’s in it for you

  • 25 days of annual leave
  • Regular overtime available at x1.5 rate
  • Bonus scheme
  • Pension scheme
  • The opportunity to work in a highly revered precision engineering company

If you have the necessary experience and are ready to take the next step in your career, then please apply today! Apply Now – or – Apply with Indeed

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Posted: July 2nd, 2026