CNC Operator

Airport Placements; Basildon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing services provider based in Basildon is seeking skilled CNC Operators to join their team. The role involves manufacturing high precision parts using multi-axis CNC machines, while ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. The position offers a full-time, permanent contract with competitive pay and benefits including pension, life insurance, and generous holiday allowance. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail and experience in high-quality manufacturing environments.

Benefits

Pension

Life insurance

Private medical healthcare

Prescription protection eyewear

Employee retail discounts

33 days holiday per year

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Experience in working to high quality standards on precision components.
• Knowledge of safety and manufacturing regulations.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate various multi-axis CNC machines.
• Inspect parts using CMM and other inspection equipment.
• Follow safety guidelines and company procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

We are supporting our client in Basildon who provide advanced high-precision manufacturing services from centres of excellence located in the UK and Poland. We are seeking CNC Operators to join our team in Basildon.

You will be responsible for manufacturing high precision parts on mainly 4 and 5 axis milling and turn/mill CNC machines, as well as general machining tasks.

• Setting and operation of various multi axis CNC machines.
• Inspect parts using CMM and other inspection equipment to ensure compliance with drawings.
• Carefully follow procedures and safety guidelines. This includes company procedures, operating standards, and production methods.
• Maintain an accurate log of any production and equipment problems, adjustments, and repairs.
• Maximise machine uptime through preventative measures (TPM).
• Safety focus to ensure themselves and others are safe around operational machinery.
• Flexibility to support production requirements.
• Work appropriately with other Teams Members.

CNC Operator Skills & Behaviours:

• High attention to detail and a commitment to producing tight tolerance, high-quality work that is manufactured to closely controlled specifications (Defence and Aerospace requirements).
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

CNC Operator Skills & Experience:

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Experience of working to high quality standards on precision components.
• Knowledge of safety and manufacturing regulations and procedures.
• Time served and / or demonstrable relevant experience required.

What's in it for you?

• Full time, permanent contract.
• 37 hours per week, 3-shift rotation, Monday to Friday.
• Attractive rate & shift allowance on offer.
• You’ll gain access to the following company benefits: pension, life insurance, private medical healthcare, prescription protection eyewear, employee retail discounts.
• You will receive 33 days holiday per year which includes a Christmas closure.
• You’ll have ample opportunities to grow and develop within the team, while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Interested? Click on the Apply button today! We look forward to hearing from you!