Owen Daniels
Owen Daneils are supporting a well-established and growing manufacturing business, is currently looking to recruit a CNC Improver / Machining Operative to join their production team on a permanent basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous manufacturing and machining experience who is looking to further develop their career within a busy engineering environment. The successful candidate will ideally have exposure to CNC machinery, with experience as a CNC Machinist, CNC Setter/Operator, or Machining Operative, and be keen to build on their existing skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operating CNC machinery within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Assisting with machine set-ups, tooling changes, and basic adjustments
- Producing components to engineering drawings and customer specifications
- Carrying out quality checks using measuring equipment such as verniers, micrometers, and gauges
- Supporting the wider production team to ensure output targets and deadlines are achieved
- Maintaining high standards of health & safety and housekeeping at all times
- Reporting any machine faults, quality issues, or production concerns to management
- Working closely with experienced machinists and supervisors to continue developing machining skills
Candidate Requirements:
- Previous experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment is essential
- Experience operating or working with CNC machinery
- Background as a CNC Machinist, CNC Operator, CNC Setter/Operator, Improver, or Machining Operative would be highly advantageous
- Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings
- Experience using measuring equipment and carrying out quality inspections
- Good attention to detail and a strong work ethic
- Keen to learn, improve, and develop within a machining/engineering role
- Flexible attitude and ability to work as part of a team
What’s on Offer:
- Salary up to £35,000, depending on experience
- Permanent opportunity with a stable and growing manufacturer
- Training and development opportunities for someone looking to progress in CNC machining
- Supportive team environment
- Overtime opportunities may be available
If you have experience within manufacturing, machining, or CNC operations and are looking for your next opportunity with a reputable engineering business, we would like to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV for immediate consideration.
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