Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Location: Northwich, Cheshire

Salary: Up to £40,000, depending on experience

Job Description

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented CNC Milling Machine Operator to manufacture high-precision mechanical components and intricate parts for a range of advanced engineering applications.

The successful candidate will operate CNC machining centres, producing small batches of metallic and plastic components to tight tolerances while maintaining high standards of quality, accuracy and productivity.

Experience operating CNC milling machines is preferred. Familiarity with Heidenhain controls would be an advantage.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate CNC milling machines and machining centres under the supervision of CNC Setter Operators.
• Manufacture precision components in accordance with engineering drawings and job specifications.
• Use measuring and inspection equipment to check component dimensions and maintain required tolerances.
• Make minor adjustments or corrections where appropriate and within authorised procedures.
• Complete production and inspection paperwork in accordance with the company's ISO 9001 quality management system.
• Operate multiple machines where production cycle times allow.
• Deburr and finish components as instructed.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Follow written and verbal instructions while meeting agreed production targets.

Requirements

• Previous CNC machining or relevant engineering/manufacturing experience would be an advantage.
• Experience operating CNC milling machines is preferred.
• Familiarity with Heidenhain controls is desirable.
• Ability to read and follow engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Competence using measuring equipment and carrying out basic quality checks.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality components.
• A diligent, practical approach with the ability to remain focused and work efficiently.

Working Hours

• Monday to Thursday: 08:00–13:00 and 13:30–17:00
• Friday: 08:00–13:00

Pay and Benefits

• Overtime available when required, subject to availability.
• Overtime paid at time and one-third for the first four hours and time and one-half for the next four hours.
• Annual loyalty bonus.
• Company pension.
• On-site parking.
• Sick pay.

If you are interested and have the relevant experience, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV. As champions of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, THOMAS Professional commit to reviewing applications we receive with complete fairness and equality.

At THOMAS Professional, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we’ll be happy to accommodate your needs.

THOMAS Professional is acting as an agency on behalf of the client for this position.

THOMAS Professional is proud to be a corporate member of the REC, the recruitment industry's leading professional body.

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