CNC Machine Operator

AWD online; Shafton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Sick pay scheme

Health plan

Cycle to work scheme

Share save scheme

Option to purchase additional holidays

Job summary

AWD online is seeking a CNC Machine Operator for a steel processing operation. The role requires a CNC profile machine background, safe material handling, and adherence to quality standards. The position operates on a rotating days-and-afters pattern across a 40-hour week.

You will operate CNC profile machines (plasma/gas), move materials with cranes and forklifts, manage stock, and maintain housekeeping while meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• CNC profile machine background.
• Ability to follow instructions, perform physical tasks and use tools safely.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
• Reliable, punctual and dependable approach to work.
• CNC plasma/gas cutting experience with profiled plate.
• Experience using overhead cranes and mobile plant.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC profile machines, including plasma and gas equipment.
• Move materials safely using overhead cranes and fork trucks.
• Manage stock control and pick allocated steel plate.
• Handle and transport heavy lifts safely.
• Follow required quality controls throughout processing.
• Ensure work complies with health and safety legislation.
• Work independently and with colleagues to meet deadlines.
• Maintain clean and orderly working areas.

Skills

CNC profile machine background

Teamwork & safety

Safety awareness

Tools

Overhead cranes

Fork trucks

CNC plasma & gas cutting

Job description

CNC Machine Operator

Join a steel processing operation where CNC profiling, safe material handling and quality matter. A CNC profile machine background is essential, with a rotating days-and-afters pattern across the working week.

This role is officially known within the organisation as a General Operative

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: CNC Operator, Machine Operator, Production Operative, Manufacturing Operative, Profile Operator, CNC Profile Operator, Steel Processing Operative, General Operative

Benefits include a company pension, health plan, sick pay scheme, share save scheme and the option to purchase additional holidays.

SALARY: Competitive Depending on Experience + Benefits

LOCATION: Shafton, Barnsley South Yorkshire

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: 40 hours per week, rotating days and afters. Days: 6am to 3pm Monday to Thursday and 6am to 12:30pm Friday. Afters: 3pm to 12am Monday to Thursday and 12:30pm to 7pm Friday

JOB OVERVIEW

A hands-on opportunity is available for a CNC Machine Operator to contribute within a modern steel processing environment using advanced cutting and profiling equipment.

The CNC Machine Operator will support accurate plate processing, stock handling and quality standards while working independently and as part of a team to meet deadlines.

Working across a rotating shift pattern, the CNC Machine Operator will help maintain safe, efficient operations, including material movement, housekeeping and production quality.

DUTIES

Your duties as the CNC Machine Operator include:

• CNC Profile Machine Operation: Operate CNC profile machines, including plasma and gas equipment
• Crane and Fork Truck Operation: Operate overhead cranes and fork trucks to move materials safely
• Stock Control and Picking: Manage stock control and pick allocated steel plate
• Heavy-Lift Handling and Transport: Handle and transport heavy lifts safely
• Quality Control: Follow required quality controls throughout processing
• Health and Safety Compliance: Ensure work complies with relevant health and safety legislation
• Teamwork and Deadlines: Work independently and with colleagues to meet deadlines
• Cleaning and Housekeeping: Maintain clean and orderly working areas

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

• CNC profile machine background
• Ability to follow instructions, perform physical tasks and use tools and equipment safely
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well within a team
• Reliable, punctual and dependable approach to work

DESIRABLE

• CNC plasma and/or gas cutting experience with profiled plate
• Experience using overhead cranes and mobile plant

BENEFITS

• Company pension
• Sick pay scheme
• Health plan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Share save scheme
• Option to purchase additional holidays

JOB REF: AWDO-P15359