CNC Operator

Novara People Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Leeds-based manufacturer is seeking an experienced CNC Operator to join their manufacturing team in LS12. You will operate manual CNC machinery to cut and process wooden boards, load materials, position and secure products, and check finished items for quality.

The role requires hands-on machining, accuracy to measurements, and a practical, safety-conscious approach to working in a busy production environment.

Qualifications

• Previous CNC operating experience is essential.
• Experience using manual CNC machinery, not just automated systems.
• Experience with wood, timber or wooden boards is beneficial.
• Able to load, position and move products manually with care.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual CNC machinery to cut and process wooden boards and products.
• Manually loading boards/materials onto the machine and positioning them accurately.
• Set and adjust CNC machines for different jobs and ensure products meet specs.
• Check finished products for quality and accuracy and maintain a clean area.

Skills

CNC operation

Woodworking

Manual loading

Measuring to spec

Attention to detail

Timekeeping

Physical stamina

Job description

Our client is an established Leeds-based specialist manufacturer that designs and produces bespoke products used within care homes, hospitals and other healthcare environments across the UK. Their products are manufactured to order at their Leeds facility, with a strong focus on quality, durability and creating practical solutions for specialist care environments.

Find Memory Care

They are now looking for an experienced CNC Operator to join their manufacturing team in LS12.

Duties

• Operating manual CNC machinery to cut and process wooden boards and products
• Manually loading boards/materials onto the machine
• Positioning and securing products correctly before machining
• Manually removing and moving boards once completed
• Setting and adjusting the CNC machine for different jobs
• Working accurately to measurements and job specifications
• Checking finished products for quality and accuracy
• Handling and moving wooden boards around the production area
• Supporting other manufacturing duties when required
• Maintaining a clean and safe working area

Skills

• Previous CNC operating experience is essential
• Experience operating manual CNC machinery rather than solely automated machinery
• Experience working with wood, timber or wooden boards would be highly beneficial
• Confident manually loading, positioning and moving products
• Comfortable working in a physical, hands-on manufacturing environment
• Able to work accurately to measurements and specifications
• Good attention to detail
• Reliable with good attendance and timekeeping