CNC Operator And Programmer

Select Recruitment Specialists Ltd; Broadland; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

32 days holiday

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Select Recruitment Specialists Ltd is seeking a CNC Operator and Programmer to work across advanced manufacturing platforms, including aluminium, composites and plastics.

You will set, operate and programme CAD/CAM-based CNC machinery with design engineering and production teams, contributing to continuous improvement and precise machining.

The role offers structured training, flexible working hours, 32 days holiday and a collaborative ISO9001 culture where ideas matter.

Qualifications

• Proficient with CNC machinery in a manufacturing environment.
• Reading engineering drawings to tight specifications.
• Experience with CAD/CAM programming and CNC controls.

Responsibilities

• Set, operate and programme CAD/CAM-based CNC machinery across multiple platforms.
• Ensure accurate machining and safe operation with efficient material usage.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and tooling/equipment optimisation.

Skills

CNC machinery

CAD/CAM programming

Reading drawings

Continuous improvement

Job description

This CNC Operator and Programmer role offers the rare chance to develop expertise across multiple advanced manufacturing platforms, working with recognised brands across custom transport, flat panel engineering and signage.

You'll work alongside design engineering and production teams to set, operate and programme CAD/CAM-based CNC machinery, developing your programming knowledge and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. As a CNC Operator and Programmer, you'll be responsible for ensuring accurate machining, safe operation and efficient material utilisation across flatbed routers, 5-axis machining centres and XYZ machines.

You'll be suited to this CNC Operator and Programmer position if you have practical engineering aptitude and experience operating CNC machinery in a manufacturing environment. You should be comfortable reading engineering drawings, working to precise specifications, and using computer-based programming systems.

What you'll get from this role:

• Hands-on experience across multiple specialised CNC platforms and diverse materials including aluminium, composites and plastics
• Progression into CAD/CAM programming with structured training and development opportunities
• Work with high-profile industries and recognised brands across multiple sectors
• Competitive salary, depending on experience, plus 32 days' holiday and flexible working hours

My client is a growing, ISO9001-certified manufacturer with a collaborative culture where skill development is genuinely encouraged. They’re the kind of business where your ideas matter and you’ll work alongside colleagues passionate about engineering excellence.