CNC Operator/Setter/Lathe

TLP recruitment; Braintree; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of precision castings in the UK is seeking a skilled CNC Lathe Operator/Setter. In this role, you will operate CNC machinery, ensuring product specifications are met. Responsibilities include setup, operation, and inspection of components. The position offers competitive pay, 23 days holiday, and a structured shift pattern after an initial training period.

Benefits

23 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Pension

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment, especially with castings.
• Knowledge of logic controllers and CNC Programming, preferably Fanuc controls.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes for machining operations.
• Monitor machine operations to ensure production meets specifications.
• Inspect finished products for quality and accuracy.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Ability to interpret technical drawings

Mathematics skills

Education

Proven experience as a CNC Lathe Operator

CNC Programming knowledge

Tools

CNC machinery

Job description

Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled CNC Lathe Operator/Setter to join is one of the UK's most comprehensive manufacturers of precision castings Based in Halstead, Essex to work on their turning section.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating CNC machinery to produce precision components, ensuring that all products meet the required specifications and quality standards. This role requires a strong understanding of mechanical processes, materials handling, and the ability to work with various tools and equipment.

Duties
Set up and operate CNC lathes to perform various machining operations
Interpret technical drawings and blueprints to determine machine set-up and production methods
Monitor machine operations to ensure parts are produced according to specifications
Inspect finished products for quality and accuracy
Work closely with the Inspection team to assure dimensional accuracy of product.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CNC Lathe Operator or in a similar role within a manufacturing environment, preferably castings
• Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to understand technical drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of logic controllers and CNC Programming, preferably Fanuc controls.
• Basic maths skills for measurements and calculations related to production tasks.

To begin with, the successful candidate will work a day shift, getting used to the work, the machines that they have and working with everyone in the machining team. After this initial period (no more than 3-months), the successful candidate will switch onto their shift pattern of 1-week early, 1-week late shifts.

Pay

Competitive pay DOE
23 days holiday + Bank Holidays
Pension
Free parking