CNC Operator

smart manufacturing solutions; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision manufacturing firm in Tees Valley is seeking a skilled CNC Operator to join their team. This role involves operating CNC machinery to produce high-quality steel components, monitoring machine performance, and maintaining quality standards. Ideal candidates will have experience with CNC machines and a keen eye for detail. Competitive pay starting at £12.37 depending on experience, with allowances for shifts and overtime.

Qualifications

• Experience with CNC milling or lathe machines.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical documents and drawings.
• A keen eye for detail and good working standard / ethic.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines to produce high-quality steel components.
• Monitor machine operations to ensure quality specifications.
• Inspect parts using precision measuring instruments.

Skills

CNC milling

Attention to detail

Mechanical understanding

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering

Tools

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and reliable CNC Operator to join our client's precision manufacturing team based in Stockton-on-Tees. You'll be part of a fast-paced production environment, operating CNC machinery such as lathes, mills, or plasma cutters to produce high-quality steel components. The role involves monitoring machine performance, ensuring precision, and maintaining quality and safety standards. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced operator — or someone with a strong mechanical or engineering background who is eager to learn and develop their CNC skills through structured on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

• The production of high quality steel components via the operation of CNC Machining Centres, inclusive of:
• Operate CNC machines (milling, turning, grinding, or other equipment) according to established procedures.
• Load and unload raw materials and finished parts.
• Monitor machine operations to ensure parts meet quality and dimensional specifications.
• Perform basic machine adjustments, offsets, and tool changes as required.
• Inspect parts using precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, gauges).
• Inspect quality of parts to maintain high standards.
• Inspect all equipment to ensure its safe working condition.

Qualifications

• Experience with CNC milling or lathe machines.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical documents and drawings.
• A keen eye for detail and good working standard / ethic.
• NVQ Level 3 in Engineering or similar discipline would be beneficial but not essential.
• Previous experience operating handheld tools would be beneficial but not essential.
• Previous experience using engineering drawings would be beneficial but not essential.

Working times

Day Shift - Monday - Thursday 06:00 - 14:15; Friday 06:00 - 12:45
Back Shift (If Required) - Monday - Thursday 14:15 - 22:30; Friday 12:45 - 19:30

Pay Rates

Starting at £12.37 depending on experience. Shift allowance and overtime available