CNC Operator (MBs, Second Shift) - 1480

Thorlabs; Ely; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Ely is seeking a CNC Machine Operator to join their production team. In this hands-on role, you will operate drilling machines and ensure high-quality output. Candidates should have experience in a manufacturing environment and a strong attention to detail. The company offers competitive salary, in-house training, and excellent benefits including health care and 25 holidays plus public holidays.

Benefits

Free onsite parking and refreshments

Customised training and development opportunities

Entertainment area in a large canteen

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret Standard Operating Procedures.
• High level of mechanical aptitude and practical skill.

Responsibilities

• Achieve scheduled manufacturing targets.
• Operate drilling/tapping machines.
• Communicate product status via production control system.

Skills

Experience in a manufacturing environment

CNC machinery operation

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Verbal and written communication skills

Job description

Overview

As a CNC Machine Operator, you will be very much ‘hands on' in this physical role, working as part of the production team, with a can-do attitude and eye for quality. Your core responsibility will be to run our Milltronics XYZ, Haas VF6SS, Hartford Blockbuster PRO3150 and (incoming) Hartford Sword SW523 drilling machines (full training will be provided), processing sheet materials, as part of the Optical Tables Business Unit.

Working Hours: Monday to Thursday 2:35pm to 11:05pm and Fridays 1:05pm to 8:05pm

Department: MB's Tables

Responsibilities

• Work within an allocated team to achieve scheduled manufacturing targets
• Operate drilling/tapping machines after training and development
• Maintain high levels of attention to detail, recording and communicating accurate technical measurements and readings
• Communicate product status accurately via the production control system and associated paperwork
• Support Team Leaders in the development and implementation of workplace programs
• Participate in cross-training to increase knowledge and experience of the Tables Business Unit
• Support and drive problem solving and quality/performance improvement

Requirements / Qualifications

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Experience operating CNC machinery is desirable; any CNC experience is useful but not essential
• Ability to interpret and follow Standard Operating Procedures
• High level of mechanical aptitude and practical skill
• A practical hands-on approach
• High level of attention to detail and ability to maintain focus
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly
• Proven ability to work in a team environment
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Adhering to core values and a positive contribution to multi-departmental initiatives

What you will get / Benefits

• In-house customised training and development opportunities
• Free onsite parking and refreshments
• Entertainment area in a large canteen
• Competitive salary with an excellent benefits package including pension, health care, 25 holidays plus public holidays

Additional Information

Job Reference: THOR-VC-1480

This is a rolling campaign; we will actively interview applicants and reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please submit your application as early as possible.

We welcome applications from persons who are over 18 years old. This is a legal requirement; information is here: GOV.UK – School leaving age

Visa note: This role does not meet the UK Visas and Immigration criteria for obtaining a Skilled Worker Visa, so we are unable to accept applications requiring employer sponsorship for this visa.

We would encourage all internal applicants to inform their line managers of their interest in this position.

How to apply

Please apply through the Apply for this job button or send a copy of your CV with a covering letter and salary expectations to: Human Resources at Thorlabs Ltd, 204 Lancaster Way Business Park, Ely, Cambs, CB6 3NX or e-mail [e-mail].

Compliance

We are Disability Confident Committed. In line with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, all applicants must have valid permission to work in the UK. Documented evidence of such permission will be required as part of the recruitment process.