Machining and CNC recruitment UK: setters, operators and programmers
Machining& CNCrecruitment.
CNC setters, setter-operators, programmers and manual machinists for precision manufacturing across the UK. Temporary, temp-to-perm or permanent, in as little as 24 to 72 hours.
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Hiring?
We supply vetted CNC machinists for:
Looking for work?
What you need:
- Experience on the relevant machines and controls, such as Fanuc, Siemens, Heidenhain or Mazak
- Able to read engineering drawings
- Measuring and inspection skills
- Right to work in the UK and proof of address
What the
work looks like.
Where our CNC machinists work. These are the Machining & CNC roles we fill most often.
Setting and running machining centres to tight tolerances.
Lathes and turn-mill work, from one-offs to batches.
Writing and proving programs, at the machine or offline.
Turning, milling and grinding for toolrooms and repairs.
Checked before
day one.
Every engineer is checked before their first shift, and everything is logged on our system.
Apprenticeships, NVQs and trade certificates checked.
Machines, controls and materials confirmed for the role.
Checked before any assignment, with expiry dates tracked.
Confirmed at registration.
Machining and CNC recruitment UK
DROPP is a specialist CNC and machining recruitment agency supplying setters, setter-operators, programmers and manual machinists to UK manufacturers and subcontract machine shops, on temporary, temp-to-perm and permanent contracts.
Looking for CNC or machinist jobs? We have roles across the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire and South East, from day shift operator work to senior setter and programming roles. See live jobs, or if you are hiring, see how we work with employers.
Good to know.
What machining roles do you recruit for?
CNC setter-operators, CNC operators, CNC programmers, manual turners and millers, grinders and machine shop inspectors.
Can you find machinists for specific controls?
Yes. Tell us the machines and controls you run, such as Fanuc, Siemens, Heidenhain or Mazak, and we match experience to them.
How quickly can you supply CNC staff?
Often within days for operator roles. Senior setters and programmers can take longer, and we will give you a realistic timescale.
Do you help machinists find jobs?
Yes. Browse our live jobs or register once and we will match you to new roles as they come in.
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