CAD Operator

Total Marketing Support Limited; Manby; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Income protection

Employee assistance program

Cycle to work scheme

Shopping discounts

Job summary

DS Smith at Ralegh (Manby) is seeking a CAD/CAM Operator to turn customer drawings into precise cutting dies for manufacture. You will work closely with customers and production teams, applying drawings and specs to deliver manufacturing-ready outputs.

Training is provided, and you will learn the role from the ground up, contributing to process improvements. The role requires a detail-focused, methodical approach, with opportunities to grow within a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in CAD/CAM or a willingness to learn.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality.

Responsibilities

• Produce CAD/CAM designs for flatbed and rotary cutting dies using customer drawings and specs.
• Interpret customer requirements and translate into manufacturing-ready outputs.
• Prepare and process CAD/CAM data per customer and production needs.
• Distribute design information to relevant production departments.
• Collaborate with customers and team leaders to ensure on-time project completion.
• Perform quality checks to ensure designs meet specifications.

Skills

CAD/CAM

Technical drawing

Engineering

Manufacturing

CAD software

Computer literacy

Job description

We're looking for our next **CAD/CAM Operator** to join the Design Team at Ralegh (Manby). This is more than just a job opportunity; it's a chance to learn a specialist skill, develop valuable technical expertise, and build a long-term career with DS Smith. As part of a planned succession and knowledge-transfer programme, you'll work closely with experienced colleagues, gaining hands-on experience and learning the role from the ground up. This unique opportunity has been created to support the transfer of specialist knowledge ahead of the retirement of a valued team member in 2027. We welcome applications from both experienced candidates and those at the beginning of their career journey who are eager to learn, develop and grow within a manufacturing environment. If you have strong computer skills, a keen eye for detail and a positive attitude, we'll provide the training and support needed to help you succeed. **About the Role** As a CAD/CAM Operator, you will play a key role in transforming customer requirements into precise manufacturing solutions. Working closely with customers, production teams and colleagues across the business, you will use drawings, specifications and technical information to design flatbed and rotary cutting dies ready for manufacture. This role requires attention to detail, a methodical approach and a passion for continuous improvement. You'll help ensure our products meet the highest standards of quality, accuracy and efficiency while contributing to the ongoing development of our design and manufacturing processes. ***Key Responsibilities*** * Produce CAD/CAM designs for flatbed and rotary cutting dies using customer drawings, specifications and technical information.* Interpret customer requirements and accurately translate these into manufacturing-ready outputs.* Prepare and process CAD/CAM data in line with customer and production requirements.* Distribute design and manufacturing information to relevant production departments.* Work closely with customers, production colleagues and the Team Leader to ensure projects are completed accurately and on time.* Carry out quality checks on completed designs to ensure compliance with specifications.* Identify, report and support the resolution of quality issues and non-conformities.* Contribute ideas and recommendations that support continuous improvement initiatives across the department.* Monitor performance against production targets and support operational efficiency.* Maintain accurate records and ensure critical information is available to support manufacturing processes.* Adhere to all Health & Safety policies, procedures and best practices.* Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.* Support wider business objectives through additional departmental duties as required. **About You** We're looking for someone who enjoys problem-solving, embraces learning opportunities and takes pride in delivering high-quality work. Whether you're already experienced in CAD/CAM or looking to start a career in a technical manufacturing environment, you'll be motivated to learn, willing to develop new skills, and committed to continuous improvement. Full training and mentoring will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career with DS Smith. *The ideal candidate will demonstrate:* * Comfortable using computers and learning new software systems.* Methodical, organised and able to work accurately under deadlines.* Able to understand and interpret technical drawings and specifications, or keen to develop these skills.* Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and accuracy.* Capable of managing multiple priorities whilst achieving planned targets.* A confident communicator who can build effective relationships with customers and colleagues.* Proactive in identifying opportunities to improve processes and ways of working.* Reliable, self-motivated and eager to develop within a technical manufacturing environment.* Committed to continuous improvement and personal development. *Skills & Experience* * Previous experience in CAD/CAM, technical drawing, engineering, manufacturing or a similar production environment would be advantageous.* Experience using CAD software or other technical computer systems would be beneficial.* Knowledge of manufacturing processes and production workflows is desirable.* Strong computer literacy and the ability to learn new systems are essential.* A positive attitude, attention to detail and willingness to learn from experienced colleagues are key to success in the role. **Benefits** Additional benefits include: * 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays* Pension scheme* Life assurance* Income protection* Employee assistance program* Cycle to work scheme* Shopping discounts **Location:** Ralegh (Manby) **Working Pattern:** Day Shift **Hours:** 40 hours per week **Contract:** Full Time