CNC Operator/Machinist

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Job summary

The role is for a CNC Operator/Machinist in Headcorn, Kent. You will join an established manufacturing team producing high-quality, precision components on a variety of small-batch projects. The job offers a stable, full-time position with development opportunities and a supportive team.

Applicants with experience in CNC lathes, milling, and reading engineering drawings, coupled with attention to detail and teamwork, will fit well. ISO 9001, CAD/CAM and LEAN principles are desirable.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of CNC machining experience.
• Experience producing small batches of precision-engineered components.
• Proactive attitude and ability to work effectively in a team.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Producing complex, low-volume parts to exacting quality standards.
• Operating CNC lathes and milling machines to manufacture precision components.
• Working from detailed engineering drawings and specifications.
• Maintaining high standards of quality, accuracy and safety.
• Helping ensure customer deadlines are achieved.
• Collaborating with colleagues to support tooling, fixtures and production requirements.

Skills

CNC Machining

Lathes

Milling

Reading drawings

Quality focus

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Sliding head lathes

Job description

Role: CNC Operator/Machinist

Location: Headcorn, Kent

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £28,000 to £38,000 plus bonus and overtime

If you are highly experienced or still a year or two into your CNC career, we'd love to hear from you.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a reliable business offering varied work, development, and a supportive team.

We're looking for a motivated CNC Operator/Machinist to join an established manufacturing team, producing high-quality precision components.

If you enjoy working on varied, low-volume, high-precision parts and take pride in producing quality work.

The Role

Working within our busy toolroom, you'll be responsible for machining precision components used for tooling and customer projects.

Every day offers something different, with a variety of bespoke and small-batch work.

Your responsibilities as a CNC Operator/Machinist will include:

• Producing complex, low-volume parts to exacting quality standards.
• Operating CNC lathes and milling machines to manufacture precision components.
• Working from detailed engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Maintaining high standards of quality, accuracy and safety.
• Helping to ensure customer deadlines are achieved.
• Collaborating with colleagues to support tooling, fixtures and production requirements.

About You

To be successful, you'll ideally have:

• At least one year's experience within a CNC machining environment.
• Experience producing small batches of precision-engineered components.
• A proactive attitude and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• The ability to confidently read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.

Desirable Skills

It would be advantageous if you also have experience with:

• Working within an ISO 9001 quality management environment.
• Sliding head lathes.
• CAD/CAM programming software.
• LEAN or 5S manufacturing principles.
• Designing or manufacturing machine fixtures and jigs.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Permanent, full-time position with long-term stability.
• Varied, interesting machining projects.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career.

Thank you.