Machine Setter/Press Setter

Buxton
3 weeks ago
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Machine Setter/Press Setter

📍 Buxton, Derbyshire (SK17 7LR)

💰 £29,000 - £35,000 (DOE) + Overtime + Benefits

🕒 Rotating Shifts (days) (6–2 / 2–10), Monday to Friday

Join a Market Leader Investing in the Future

Our Client is a UK market leader in in their industry — and they’re growing.

As part of the next phase of growth, they’re looking for a skilled Machine Setter to join the production team in Buxton.

If you have a strong engineering background and enjoy working in a high-volume, performance-driven environment, this is your opportunity to build a long-term career with real progression.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for setting and optimising a variety of high-volume production machinery, including:

Hot press forming machines

Multi-spindle machines

3-way transfer machinesYou’ll work with:

CNC G/ISO coding

Kawasaki AS & Staubli VAL3 roboticsThis is a hands-on role with a strong focus on:

Health & Safety

Quality standards

Production efficiency

Continuous improvementThis role is for someone who doesn’t just set machines — but actively looks for ways to reduce cycle times, improve output, and monitor tooling life and machine performance.

What you’ll need

Strong engineering and manufacturing background

Understanding of metal cutting processes

Industrial engineering skills

Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability

Reliable with excellent time and attendance

Strong focus on Health & Safety and Quality

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

A mindset geared towards continuous improvementWhat’s on Offer

£14.00 – £16.60 per hour (dependent on experience)

Overtime opportunities

40 hours per week (Mon–Fri)

Rotating shifts (6–2 / 2–10)

Potential night shift opportunities

Bi-annual appraisals

Full training and development support (including external training)

Company pension

Life insurance

On-site parking

Free hot and cold drinksClick to Apply now or call (phone number removed)

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