CNC Operator (Routing)

Winsearch; Manchester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Winsearch is seeking a skilled CNC Operator to join our team. The successful candidate will have experience across CNC machining processes and a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include operating CNC machines to spec, setting up tooling, maintaining 5S standards, and ensuring on-time production with excellent output quality. Essential experience with OSAI CNC controllers and the ability to carry out tool changes are required.

Qualifications

• Experience with OSAI CNC controllers.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining principles.
• Ability to carry out tool changes and machine setup.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines in accordance with company standards and production requirements.
• Maintain strict adherence to health & safety guidelines and 5S workplace standards.
• Perform machine setup, tooling changes, and datum setting.
• Ensure high-quality output while meeting production targets.

Skills

OSAI CNC controllers

CNC principles

Tool changes

Tools

3-Axis CNC Routing

2D sheet metal

Amada machines

Fanuc controllers

Radan

AlphaCAM

CATIA V5

Job description

CNC Operator

Hourly Rate: £14.89 - £16.06 (depending on experience), with progression through pay grades

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled CNC Operator to join our team. The successful candidate will have experience across CNC machining processes and a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines in accordance with company standards and production requirements
• Maintain strict adherence to health & safety guidelines and 5S workplace standards
• Perform machine setup, tooling changes, and datum setting
• Ensure high-quality output while meeting production targets

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Experience working with OSAI CNC controllers (critical requirement)
• Strong understanding of CNC machining principles
• Ability to carry out tool changes and machine setup

Desirable (but not essential)

• 3-Axis CNC Routing
• Knowledge of 2D sheet metal components
• Experience cutting aluminium materials
• Exposure to VWM / Technos 38 machines
• 5-Axis CNC Machining
• Experience setting up fixtures and jigs
• Ability to set tool datums
• Familiarity with CMS machines
• CNC Punching
• Machine and tool setup
• Experience working with materials from 0.6mm to 2mm
• Experience with Amada machines and Fanuc controllers
• CAD/CAM Software
• Exposure to Radan, AlphaCAM, or CATIA V5

What We're Looking For

• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proactive approach to safety and continuous improvement
• Willingness to develop skills and progress through pay grades

INDWIN

Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you!

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