CNC Operator

Job Ad: CNC Operator/Setter/Programmer

Location:Newton Abbot, Devon
Hours:Monday to Friday, 39 Hours

• Mon Thurs: 07:00 16:00
• Friday: 07:00 12:00

Salary:Dependent on experience

Benefits:

• Healthshield
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (annual leave required during Christmas close-down)
• Access to Employee Assistance Line

About the Role
We are seeking a dynamicCNC Operator/Setter/Programmerto join our team in Devon. Our company specializes in bespoke waveguide products for the Medical, Defence, and Telecommunications industries.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a team player who thrives in a small company environment and is eager to contribute to a flexible and collaborative workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Proving out new programs and setting/operating CNC Lathe machinery for both large and small batch work.
• Operating additional machinery in the machine shop as required.
• Manual milling/turning.
• Working with a variety of materials.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Conducting self-inspections of finished products using metrology equipment.
• Recording work accurately in the database and clocking on/off jobs.
• Maintaining machinery and ensuring a clean workspace.
• Reporting production issues and identifying continuous improvement opportunities.
• Adhering to quality procedures and Health & Safety policies.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Understanding of engineering and machining principles.
• Experience programming and setting CNC milling machines, ideally on 2-axis CNC lathes.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and customer specifications.
• Familiarity with metrology equipment.
• Previous engineering apprenticeship or qualifications (preferred but not required).

Personal Qualities

• Commitment to working safely and following procedures in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a diverse team.

Qualifications

• Minimum: 3 GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and English. Candidates without these qualifications may still be considered.
• An engineering apprenticeship or other related qualification is desirable.