Capstan Setter Operator

MIDLAND PERSONNEL LIMITED · Wolverhampton, West Midlands

Capstan Setter Operator at MIDLAND PERSONNEL LIMITED, based in Wolverhampton, West Midlands, paying £30,000 - £34,000 per month. This is a permanent role.

Salary
£30,000 - £34,000 per month
Location
Wolverhampton, West Midlands
Contract
Permanent
Posted
4 days ago
Closes
24 Sep 2026
Sector
CNC Machinist

Reference https://midlandpersonnel.uk/job/capstan-setter-operator/

About the role

Capstan Setter / Operator – Wolverhampton

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an experienced Capstan Setter / Operator to join our well-established engineering client based in Wolverhampton on a full-time, permanent basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Capstan Setter, Machine Setter, Lathe Operator, Production Machinist, or similar engineering professional looking for a stable, permanent position offering day shifts, an early Friday finish, and excellent holiday entitlement.

Rates of Pay:

  • £30,000 – £34,000 per annum, depending on experience

Shift Pattern:

  • Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
  • Friday: 8:00am – 3:30pm

Benefits:

Your benefits as a Capstan Setter / Operator are:

  • Permanent, full-time position
  • £30,000 – £34,000 salary
  • Monday to Friday working
  • Day shifts with no nights
  • Early finish every Friday
  • 26 days’ holiday per year
  • Holiday entitlement increases after 3, 5 and 10 years
  • Stable and established engineering environment
  • Long-term career opportunity

Day-to-Day Duties:

As a Capstan Setter / Operator, you will work:

  • Setting and operating Capstan lathes
  • Setting tooling and machinery ready for production
  • Producing components accurately and efficiently
  • Reading and working from engineering drawings and specifications
  • Adjusting machine settings and tooling where required
  • Using measuring equipment to check finished components
  • Working accurately to required tolerances and quality standards
  • Identifying and resolving machining or tooling issues
  • Monitoring production to ensure consistent quality
  • Maintaining a clean and safe working environment

Essential Skills:

To be successful as a Capstan Setter / Operator, you will need:

  • Previous experience setting and operating Capstan lathes
  • Experience within an engineering, machining, or manufacturing environment
  • Ability to read and understand engineering drawings
  • Good knowledge of tooling and machine setting
  • Experience using measuring equipment
  • Ability to work accurately to tolerances
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently
  • A reliable and proactive approach to work

Desirable Experience:

  • Previous experience as a Capstan Setter
  • Previous experience as a Machine Setter
  • Previous experience as a Lathe Operator
  • Previous experience as a Production Machinist
  • Experience working within a precision engineering environment
  • Additional machining experience would be advantageous

Training:

  • Industry-related training and ongoing support throughout your employment

Apply:

If you are an experienced Capstan Setter / Operator looking for a permanent day-shift opportunity in Wolverhampton, please apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.

Reference: https://midlandpersonnel.uk/job/capstan-setter-operator/ · Posted 4 days ago · Closes 24 Sep 2026 · Listed via MIDLAND PERSONNEL LIMITED

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