CNC Operator

PERMANENT JOB AVAILABLE : CNC OPERATOR

We are pleased to be working with a large sheet metal fabrication business in Sandbach (Cheshire) who are looking for a CNC Operator to join them, whilst training you will work a fixed day shift pattern (7.30am : 4.30pm Mon:Thurs, 12.30pm finish Fri : 39 hours per week), but once trained you will move onto a rotating 6:2/2:10 shift pattern Monday to Friday (38 hours per week).

The annual salary will start at just over GBP 29,500 per annum while you are training on day shifts, but when you move onto rotating shifts your salary could be between GBP 32,500 : GBP 36,000 per annum (DOE). Overtime is regularly available and is paid at T1/3 after 39 hours, and T1/2 after 48 hours, this business also offers a GBP 2,000 new starter incentive bonus which is a staggered payment (GBP 200 after the first month, GBP 800 once you've passed probation and the final GBP 1,000 to be paid after 12 months service).

The hiring manager is looking for someone with proven CNC experience as well as someone who can demonstrate a strong mechanical knowledge relating to milling, tooling and materials handling.

Anyone who has worked as a CNC Operator, CNC Machinst, CNC Miller, CNC Turner, CNC Lathe Operator, CNC Milling Operator, CNC Setter Operator, CNC Lathe Setter or CNC Milling Machinist would be well received.

• Operate and set up CNC machines (with Siemens controls) millers and lathes in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Interpret engineering drawings and geometric tolerances to ensure precision in production.
• Manage machine control settings actively and diligently, making necessary adjustments for optimal performance.
• Assemble components using hand tools and materials handling equipment.
• Conduct inspections of finished products to maintain adherence to quality standards.
• Perform basic maintenance on CNC machinery and troubleshoot issues during operation.

• Proven experience in fabrication, machining, or manufacturing environments with hands‑on operation of CNC machinery.
• Mechanical knowledge related to milling, tooling, and materials handling.
• Competence in basic mathematics for measurements and calculations during set‑up and production.
• Experience working with hand tools and understanding of materials properties.
• Conduct inspections of finished products to maintain adherence to quality standards.
• Perform basic maintenance on CNC machinery and troubleshoot issues during operation.

This position is based in Sandbach (Cheshire).