CNC Operator

New Appointments Group; Rochester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

New Appointments Group in Rochester, Kent, is seeking an experienced CNC Setter/Operator to join a busy manufacturing environment. The role focuses on setting and operating CNC machinery to produce precision components to tight tolerances and high quality standards.

You will carry out changeovers, adjust CNC programmes, inspect parts with precision measuring tools, and maintain clean, safe work practices in line with 5S and health-and-safety policies.

Qualifications

• Relevant engineering apprenticeship or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years' CNC setting and operating experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Previous manufacturing experience.
• Good communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC lathes and machining centres to meet production targets.
• Carry out machine changeovers and production runs in line with works orders and drawings.
• Modify existing CNC programmes and create new programmes when required.
• Manufacture components to strict tolerances and quality standards.
• Use measuring equipment to inspect finished components.
• Complete quality and production records accurately.
• Carry out daily machine checks and routine maintenance tasks.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and follow 5S principles.
• Adhere to all health, safety and quality procedures within the machine shop.
• Support the efficient day-to-day running of the department.

Skills

CNC experience

Reading drawings

Independent worker

Quality focus

Communication skills

Education

Engineering apprenticeship

Tools

Fanuc controls

Mitsubishi controls

Mori Seiki

Citizen

Muratec

Job description

CNC Setter/Operator
Rochester, Kent
Full Time - Monday to Friday - rotating shifts 6am to 2pm week 1, 2pm - 10pm week 2

The Role

We are seeking an experienced CNC Setter/Operator to join a busy manufacturing environment in Rochester, Kent. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting and operating CNC machinery to produce precision-engineered components to exact specifications and strict quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC lathes and machining centres to meet production targets.
• Carry out machine changeovers and production runs in line with works orders and drawings.
• Modify existing CNC programmes and create new programmes when required.
• Manufacture components to strict tolerances and quality standards.
• Use measuring equipment to inspect finished components.
• Complete quality and production records accurately.
• Carry out daily machine checks and routine maintenance tasks.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and follow 5S principles.
• Adhere to all health, safety and quality procedures within the machine shop.
• Support the efficient day-to-day running of the department.

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• Relevant engineering apprenticeship or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years' CNC setting and operating experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Previous manufacturing experience.
• Good communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.

Desirable:

• CNC programming experience or qualifications.
• Experience using Fanuc and Mitsubishi controls.
• Knowledge of Mori Seiki, Citizen and Muratec machines.

About You

You will be a reliable and proactive individual who takes pride in producing high-quality work, maintaining safe working practices and contributing positively within a team environment.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.