Trainee Setter

Trainee Setter | Nottingham | Permanent | Competitive Salary Permanent Trainee Setter role based close to Nottingham. Full-time, onsite position offering a competitive salary with benefits. This role suits proactive, detail-oriented individuals with experience in machine setting and inspection within engineering or manufacturing environments. This position requires both a day and night shift (in the future), please review the shifts to ensure you are comfortable before applying. • Days: Mon-Thurs; Fri. There isn’t a regular shift pattern but there are afternoon shifts – this is roughly 2 weeks in every 6-8 weeks. Afternoon shift: Mon-Thurs; Fri. • In future, the requirement to work night shifts – Mon-Wed; Thurs. What you will be doing As a Machine Setter, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient setup and operation of automatic production machines, maintaining high standards of quality and safety. You’ll work as part of a dedicated team, supporting continuous improvement and adhering to strict safety protocols to deliver precision-engineered components reliably and efficiently. • Learn to set and operate production machinery. • Support skilled Machine Setters with daily production. • Carry out machine changeovers and minor adjustments. • Measure and inspect components to quality standards. • Record production data accurately. • Monitor machine performance and report issues. • Change tooling under supervision. • Follow health & safety and manual handling procedures. • Maintain high housekeeping standards (5S). • Attend training and develop towards a Machine Setter role. • Support continuous improvement activities. • Produce quality components to customer specifications. What we are looking for We are seeking a motivated individual with relevant experience in setting and inspecting machines within a precision engineering or manufacturing environment. Strong communication skills and a positive attitude are essential for success in this role. The ideal candidate is safety-conscious, able to work independently and within a team, and eager to contribute to process improvements. • Experience using automatic machine setting and inspection techniques, with familiarity of ERP systems like EFACS an advantage • Previous background in precision engineering or manufacturing required • Qualifications: GCSEs (A-C including Maths & English), Level 1 Maths and English, or an engineering apprenticeship • Good organisational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach • Strong work ethic and positive attitude towards learning and team collaboration Don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity to advance your career in a well-respected engineering company. Apply now and become a vital part of our client’s dedicated team in Nottingham.