CNC Operator – Precision Plastic Parts (Mon–Fri, Competitive Pay)

Mansell Recruitment Group; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Mansell Recruitment Group is seeking a CNC Operator for a plastics manufacturer in Lancashire. The role involves programming and operating CNC machinery to produce high-quality components to customer specifications, reading drawings, and setting up tooling.

You will ensure efficient production with a focus on accuracy and adherence to quality and safety standards. You will also maintain a clean work area, assist in finishing parts, prepare materials for machining, and ensure finished parts are

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC machinery and programming where required.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Program and operate CNC machinery to manufacture parts to required specifications by reading engineering drawings and/or working from samples.
• Ensure production runs smoothly, meeting quality and delivery expectations.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area.
• Assist in finishing off parts (trimming, tapping, drilling, etc.).
• Prepare material for machining and cut blanks to size.
• Prepare finished parts for despatch.
• Prepare materials in Goods In for stock booking.
• Read and interpret work orders for accurate production.
• Attend SQCDP meetings and contribute to improvements.
• Minimise material waste by optimal nesting and sheet yield.
• Deliver products on time and in full with high quality.
• Adhere to safety regulations and best practices.
• Work efficiently to reduce downtime and waste.
• Maintain accurate stock records and ensure materials are available.

Skills

CNC programming

Read engineering drawings

Machining operations

Quality & safety standards

Job description

Mansell Recruitment Group is seeking a CNC Operator for a plastics manufacturer in Lancashire. The role involves programming and operating CNC machinery to produce high-quality components to customer specifications, reading drawings, and setting up tooling.

You will ensure efficient production with a focus on accuracy and adherence to quality and safety standards. You will also maintain a clean work area, assist in finishing parts, prepare materials for machining, and ensure finished parts are