Job Description - Cnc Machine Operator

CNC Machining Centre Operator / Horizontal Machining Centre Operator

Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester
Salary: £15.00 – £18.65 per hour
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Working Hours: Monday to Friday – Permanent Day Shift

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an experienced CNC Machining Centre Operator / Horizontal Machining Centre Operator to join an established engineering and manufacturing business based in Bolton.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CNC machinist looking for a permanent position offering a competitive hourly rate, consistent Monday-to-Friday day shifts, and the opportunity to work within a professional engineering environment.

We are keen to hear from candidates with experience operating CNC machining centres, particularly horizontal machining centres, within a precision engineering or manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

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Operating CNC machining centres and/or horizontal machining centres.

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Loading and unloading components, ensuring parts are machined to the required specifications.

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Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications.

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Carrying out in-process inspection using measuring equipment such as micrometers, verniers and other precision measuring instruments.

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Monitoring machine performance and maintaining consistent product quality.

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Identifying and reporting any machining or quality issues.

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Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment.

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Working to production targets and established quality standards.

Skills and Experience Required

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Previous experience operating CNC machining centres or horizontal machining centres.

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Experience within a precision engineering or manufacturing environment.

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Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

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Competent using precision measuring equipment.

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A good understanding of machining processes and quality requirements.

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Reliable, organised and able to work effectively as part of a team.

Experience with CNC setting, tooling adjustments or machine offsets would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

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£15.00 – £18.65 per hour, depending on experience.

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Permanent, full-time employment.

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Monday-to-Friday day shift.

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Opportunity to join an established engineering business in Bolton.

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A stable working environment with long-term prospects.

Apply Today

If you have experience operating CNC machining centres or horizontal machining centres and are looking for a permanent day-shift position in Bolton, we would like to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV to be considered for this opportunity
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed
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