CNC Operator

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CNC Operator

Castle Donington (Derby)

Mon-Fri 7am to 3.30pm

From £12.21 p/h to £13.50 p/h Depending on Experience

CNC Operator

The Role

To support manufacturing operations by operating CNC machinery in the production of wood and metal-based products, with a focus on flooring components.

CNC Operator

Main Responsibilities

Operate CNC drilling/routing machines to manufacture flooring panel trays and other related products.
Produce accurate component parts in accordance with work schedules and specifications.
Organise and manage workloads by reviewing job sheets and prioritising tasks effectively.
Ensure a clean and safe work environment by clearing scrap materials, maintaining workstation cleanliness, and adhering to Health & Safety regulations.
Manage materials and inventory by:

Locating and verifying items from stock
Loading and transporting items using carts or trucks
Returning unused materials to storage

Support production processes through:

Inspection, preparation, weighing, measuring, cutting, trimming, and loading materials

Maintain accurate production records, including material usage and daily output.
Take initiative to develop job knowledge through available training opportunities.
Contribute to company goals by taking ownership of workload and seeking ways to improve processes.
Help in other business areas as required.

CNC Operator

The Candidate

Experience with CNC machines, particularly CNC drills
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and power tools
Basic math skills and the ability to read a tape measure accurately
Experience in equipment maintenance and general inventory control
Physical capability for manual lifting and handling of materials
Effective communicator and reliable team player
Problem-solver with a proactive mindset and ability to manage personal workload
Personal qualities: Pride, Enthusiasm, Honesty, Loyalty

Minimum one year of factory or production experience

Hands on experience with CNC Drilling equipment

Please contact Aleksandra Follert at Winsearch at (url removed) for further information.

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Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you!

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