CNC Operator

Beason Recruitment Group; Blaby; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision engineering company in Leicester is seeking CNC Lathe & Milling Operators for night shifts. This full-time, permanent role offers a competitive hourly rate of £13.00 plus a £2.00 shift allowance. You will operate CNC machines to produce heavy-duty components and ensure the output meets quality standards. Ideal candidates have proven experience with CNC machinery, can work independently, and possess strong attention to detail. Enjoy a 4-night week and a supportive working environment in a well-established company.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating CNC turning or milling machines.
• Comfortable loading/unloading parts and performing basic setups.
• Ability to read technical drawings and follow production instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operating CNC lathes or milling machines to produce components.
• Loading materials and ensuring smooth machine operation.
• Running jobs to spec and ensuring quality output.

Skills

CNC turning operation

CNC milling operation

Loading/unloading parts

Reading technical drawings

Attention to detail

Job description

CNC Lathe & Milling Operators Night Shift

Leicester (Glen Parva) £13.00/hr £2.00/hr Shift Allowance Full-Time Permanent

Looking for a solid night shift role with long weekends, stable hours, and proper engineering work? This is a great opportunity to join a busy, well‑established precision fabrication and machining business in Leicester, operating a wide range of CNC machines producing heavy‑duty components for sectors like construction, rail, agriculture and power.

What's on Offer?

• Base Rate: £13.00 per hour
• Shift Allowance: £2.00 per hour
• Hours: Monday to Thursday, 18:00‑06:00
• 4‑night week long weekends, every week
• Contract: Permanent, full‑time
• Location: Glen Parva, Leicester (commutable from Wigston, Blaby, Hinckley, Nuneaton, Lutterworth)
• Environment: Large, well‑equipped shop floor with modern CNC machinery and a stable production pipeline

CNC Operator Key Duties

• Operating CNC lathes or milling machines to produce medium and heavy‑duty machined components
• Loading materials and ensuring smooth machine operation
• Running jobs to spec and ensuring output meets quality and tolerance requirements
• Performing basic checks and in‑process inspections
• Maintaining a cleanNeill safe working environment and reporting any machine issues
• Working independently as part of a small, experienced night shift team

What You'll Need

• Proven experience operating CNC turning or CNC milling machines
• Comfortable loading/unloading parts and performing basic setups
• Ability to read technical drawings and follow production instructions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality output
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work unsupervised on night shifts

Why Apply?

• 4 nights a weekક્ક/3‑day weekend every week
• Competitive hourly rate with £2/hour shift allowance
• Long‑term, stable role in a well‑established engineering company
• Great working environment with strong support and proper facilities
• Be part of a company producing real, high‑quality engineered products, not just pressing buttons

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