Digital Cutting Machine Operator

Digital Cutting Machine Operator (CNC)

Operating a Large-Format Composite Cutting Machine

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, 1 hour unpaid lunch

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are looking for, on behalf of a client, a motivated and reliable Digital Cutting Machine Operator to join their busy Digital Cutting department.

Working within their modern printing and cutting facility, you will operate two fully automatic cutting machines, helping to ensure production runs efficiently and accurately. You will be responsible for loading and unloading materials, downloading the correct cutting files, and applying them to the machine to begin the cutting process.

Full training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who is keen to learn new skills and develop their career in digital cutting and manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

Loading and unloading materials from fully automatic cutting machines.

Downloading and selecting the correct digital cutting files.

Uploading cutting files to the machine and ensuring the correct file is used for each job.

Monitoring the cutting process to ensure accuracy and quality.

Following standard operating procedures and workplace safety requirements.

Working effectively as part of a team to meet production targets and deadlines.

Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.

Skills and Requirements

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

Competent IT skills and the ability to learn how to use new software quickly.

Good attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions accurately.

The ability to work to standard operating procedures.

Strong communication skills and a positive team-working attitude.

A self-motivated, reliable and flexible approach to work.

The ability to work efficiently to production timescales.

A willingness to learn and develop new technical skills.

Desirable Skills and Experience

The following would be advantageous but are not essential:

Previous experience operating CNC machinery or digital cutting equipment.

Experience working within the print, manufacturing or production industry.

A valid forklift licence, or a willingness to undertake forklift training.

What They Offer

Full training on our cutting machinery and software.

The opportunity to develop valuable technical skills.

A modern working environment with advanced automated equipment.

The opportunity to become part of a busy, supportive production team.

Full-time, weekday working hours.

Career progression opportunities
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed