CNC Operator

RE People; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing engineering company in Tewkesbury is seeking a CNC Operative for a full-time permanent role. You will operate and program CNC machines, requiring a strong understanding of engineering drawings. The role offers competitive pay up to GBP 35,000, with benefits like early finish Fridays and ongoing training in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Early finish Friday

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Access to advanced CNC technology

Stable, long-term role

Qualifications

• Experience in operating CNC machines and interpreting engineering drawings required.
• Team player with a methodical approach and good problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines for production and regrinding.
• Interpret engineering drawings for production.
• Program machines to optimise productivity and monitor machine performance.

Skills

Proven experience operating and programming CNC machines

Strong understanding of engineering drawings

Excellent attention to detail

Basic computer literacy

Good mathematical skills

Flexibility and teamwork

Job description

CNC Operative

• Tewkesbury based.
• A full time permanent opportunity.
• Monday - Friday day shifts with an early finish Friday!
• Up to GBP35,000 salary

Do you have experience working within CNC?

I am recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing engineering company based in Tewkesbury. You will be working on 3 axis machines setting and operating within a great team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, supportive team where your skills will be valued, and your career development actively supported.

This CNC role is ideal for someone who wants to work in a hands-on position without excessive technical complexity.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary (up to GBP35,000, depending on experience)

• Early finish Friday

• Ongoing training and development opportunities

• Supportive and collaborative team environment

• Access to advanced CNC technology

• Stable, long-term role with a reputable company

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate CNC machines for both new production and tool regrinding

• Read and interpret engineering drawings to guide production

• Program CNC machines offline to optimise productivity

• Monitor machine performance and adjust settings as necessary

• Perform routine maintenance checks and complete quality control documentation

• Collaborate with the wider team to resolve production issues

• Use handheld and digital measuring tools for accurate quality checks

• Manual grinding experience is advantageous, but training will be provided

Skills and Attributes:

• Proven experience operating and programming CNC machines

• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and tight tolerances

• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to problem-solving

• Basic computer literacy and good mathematical skills

• A team player willing to work flexible hours and overtime when required

Interested? Apply now to take the next step in your CNC career!
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