Job Description:

CNC Operator

Location: Kent
Salary: £16.11 - £16.65 per hour
Job Type: Permanent & Temporary to Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:30pm (43.75 hours per week)

An expanding engineering and manufacturing business is looking to recruit an experienced CNC Setter Programmer to join its production team on a permanent basis.

This is a hands-on workshop role suited to a candidate who enjoys both CNC programming and practical machining work. The successful candidate will play a key role in operating and programming CNC machinery while supporting wider workshop activities when required.

Unlike traditional precision engineering environments focused entirely on milling or turning, this role involves using CNC equipment primarily for drilling and processing fabricated steel components. As a result, the position would suit a practical, adaptable machinist who is comfortable working across multiple areas of production.

NOTE: Due to location, candidates must have access to own transport.  Paid trial is part of interviewing process.

The Role

• Programming and setting CNC machinery
• Producing drilled components and fabricated parts
• Operating CNC drilling equipment
• Running associated workshop machinery including saws and punches
• Adjusting programs and machine settings as required
• Supporting process improvements
• Assisting with training and development of future operators
• Maintaining quality and production standards

Candidate Requirements

• Previous CNC Setter and Programmer experience
• Ability to programme and edit CNC programs independently
• Strong workshop and machining knowledge
• Practical engineering mindset
• Able to work with minimal supervision
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Previous experience mentoring or training others would be advantageous

What's On Offer

• Permanent full-time position
• £16.11 - £16.65 per hour
• Overtime available when required
• Overtime paid at enhanced rates
• Stable day shift pattern
• Long-established employer
• Supportive management team
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact within the department

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If you are an experienced CNC Setter Programmer, CNC Machinist, CNC Operator, CNC Miller, CNC Engineer or Manufacturing Technician, we'd like to hear from you.

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