CNC Operator, Manufacturing Technician

NMS Recruit Ltd t/a Russell Taylor Group; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance

Job summary

NMS Recruit Ltd t/a Russell Taylor Group in Liverpool is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Technician to join a precision engineering environment. The role focuses on setting up and operating CNC machines to produce high‑quality components for critical applications.

You will work closely with engineering and production teams on a range of machines including 5-axis centres and Fanuc lathes, with a strong emphasis on quality, tolerances and process improvement.

Qualifications

• Time-served machining/manufacturing background with extensive precision engineering experience.
• Experience setting and operating CNC machinery in high-precision environments.
• Strong knowledge of Fanuc controls on lathes and vertical centres.
• Minimum two years operating multi-axis CNC turn/mill centres.
• Experience manufacturing components to tight tolerances.
• Strong understanding of ISO programming.
• Experience using inspection equipment including CMM and precision gauging.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent attention to detail and methodical working approach.
• Able to work independently while contributing in a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machine tools including 5-axis machining centres and Fanuc lathes.
• Manufacture precision components and sealing products to tight tolerances.
• Carry out machine setup, tooling changes and process optimisation.
• Work within small batch, high-precision environments.
• Use inspection equipment to ensure product quality.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and manufacturing documentation.
• Work with stainless steels and heat‑resistant alloys.
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality and housekeeping.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and engineering activities.

Skills

CNC Machining

Fanuc controls

Multi-axis turning/milling

Reading drawings

Quality inspection (CMM)

Tools

Okuma controls

Mazak Integrex

Mazatrol Smooth

Grinding (surface/internal)

Job description

CNC Operator, Manufacturing Technician - Liverpool

Competitive salary plus shift allowance – details available on request. 12‑hour day shifts (Mon‑Wed Week 1 / Thu‑Sat Week 2). Permanent.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Manufacturing Technician to join a precision manufacturing environment in Liverpool. This is a newly created role supporting the introduction of an in‑house manufacturing capability for producing critical precision components within a highly regulated and technically demanding environment. This is a highly autonomous role working closely with Engineering and Production teams, suited to someone who enjoys independent working within a quality-focused manufacturing environment.

The Role

• Set up and operate a range of CNC machine tools including:
  • 5‑axis machining centres
  • Fanuc controlled CNC lathes
  • Vertical machining centres
  • Multi‑axis turn/mill machining centres
• Manufacture precision components and sealing products to tight tolerances
• Carry out machine setup, tooling changes and process optimisation
• Work within small batch and high‑precision manufacturing environments
• Use inspection equipment including hard gauging, probing systems and CMM equipment to ensure product quality
• Read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and manufacturing documentation
• Work with materials including stainless steels and heat‑resistant super alloys
• Maintain high standards of quality, safety and housekeeping
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and engineering activities

Essential Requirements

• Time‑served machining/manufacturing background with a minimum of five years' experience within a precision engineering environment
• Experience setting and operating CNC machinery within a high‑precision manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of Fanuc controlled CNC lathes and vertical machining centres
• Minimum two years' experience operating multi‑axis CNC turn/mill machining centres
• Experience manufacturing components to fine tolerances
• Strong understanding of ISO programming
• Experience using inspection equipment including CMM and precision gauging
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent attention to detail with a methodical approach to work
• Able to work independently whilst contributing effectively within a team environment

Desirable Experience

• Experience with Okuma controls
• Experience setting and operating Mazak Integrex machine tools
• Knowledge of Mazatrol Smooth controls
• Grinding experience (surface and/or internal)
• Experience of twin turret and twin spindle machining
• Experience working within controlled, regulated or high‑precision manufacturing environments