CNC Operator - Weekend Night Shift

Wolviston Management Services; Kirkbymoorside; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Personal Pension

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Sickness benefits and death-in-service

Structured training and development

Employee referral bonus

Free onsite parking

Cycle to Work scheme

Potential relocation or travel support

Job summary

Wolviston Management Services are supporting a highly respected precision engineering and manufacturing organisation in recruiting experienced CNC Operators for a permanent weekend night shift in the UK.

As a CNC Operator you will set up and operate high-speed CNC centres, read engineering drawings, monitor quality and safety, and work within a busy production team to meet targets on a night shift from Friday to Sunday, 6:00pm–6:00am.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating CNC machinery in engineering/manufacturing.
• Experience with CNC milling, multi-axis machining, and basic programme/table edits.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret specifications.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Comfort with maintaining production records and using internal systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machining centres to produce precision components.
• Prepare/setup materials, tooling, fixtures and CNC programmes.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and docs.
• Monitor machine performance and perform regular checks.
• Carry out basic programme adjustments and tool editing.
• Ensure components meet dimensional and quality requirements.
• Identify and report machining issues or defects.
• Maintain production records and collaborate with colleagues.
• Adhere to health, safety, housekeeping and continuous improvement.
• Work to deadlines and support team targets.

Skills

CNC Milling

Multi-axis Machining

Reading Drawings

Tooling & Setup

Quality Focus

Tools

Renishaw Probing

CNC Programming Basics

G-code Familiarisation

Job description

CNC Operator - Weekend Night Shift

Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Shift Pattern: Friday to Sunday | 6:00pm - 6:00am

Working Hours: 34.5 hours per week

The Opportunity

Wolviston Management Services are delighted to be supporting our client, a highly respected and growing precision engineering and manufacturing organisation, in the recruitment of experienced CNC Operators to join their established production team on a permanent weekend night shift.

This is an excellent opportunity for skilled CNC professionals to join a forward-thinking business with a strong order book, continued investment in modern manufacturing technology and exciting plans for future growth.

Operating within a high-quality precision engineering environment, our client manufactures specialist components for demanding industries, including aerospace, defence, medical, automotive and space.

The Role

As a CNC Operator, you will be responsible for operating high-speed CNC machining centres to manufacture precision-engineered components to exacting quality standards.

Working from engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation, you will ensure machinery operates efficiently, production targets are achieved and the highest standards of quality and safety are maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machining centres to manufacture high-quality precision components.
• Prepare and set up materials, tooling, fixtures and CNC programmes for production.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and manufacturing documentation.
• Monitor machine performance, carrying out regular checks to ensure efficient production.
• Undertake basic programme adjustments and tool table editing where required.
• Ensure manufactured components meet strict dimensional and quality requirements.
• Identify and report machining issues, defects or production concerns.
• Maintain accurate production records using internal systems.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve production targets and deadlines.
• Maintain excellent standards of health, safety, housekeeping and continuous improvement.

About You

We are keen to hear from experienced CNC Operators who have a strong background in precision machining and take pride in producing high-quality components.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience operating CNC machinery within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Experience or knowledge of CNC milling, multi-axis machining, basic programme/tool table editing or Renishaw probing systems.
• Ability to confidently read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Good understanding of machining processes, cutting tools and quality requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Good IT skills and ability to maintain accurate production records.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider manufacturing team.
• A proactive approach to health, safety and workplace organisation.
• Reliability, flexibility and the ability to work to production deadlines.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience within aerospace, defence or precision engineering.
• Experience carrying out first-off inspections.
• CNC turning or lathe operating experience.
• Familiarity with multi-axis CNC machining environments.

Working Hours & Benefits

This position offers a permanent weekend night shift, providing an excellent opportunity for individuals looking for a consistent working pattern.

Shift Pattern: Friday, Saturday and Sunday - 6:00pm to 6:00am.

Our client offers an attractive employment package, including:

• Permanent employment within a growing engineering business.
• Group Personal Pension scheme.
• Enhanced holiday entitlement.
• Sickness benefits and death-in-service cover.
• Structured training and development programme.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Free onsite parking.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Potential relocation or travel support.