CNC Production Operator - Manufacturing

Universal Business Team; Neatishead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK manufacturer is seeking an experienced CNC Production Operator to enhance production capability. The role involves setting up and operating CNC machinery, monitoring quality, and collaborating with the production team. Essential qualifications include proven CNC operating experience and strong attention to detail. Compensation ranges from £30,000 to £34,000 with additional profit share, and the position offers Monday to Friday shifts in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Profit share

Clear progression potential

Qualifications

• Proven CNC operating experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced production setting.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and monitor CNC machinery to produce components to specification.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and job sheets accurately.
• Carry out first-off and in-process quality checks.
• Maintain high standards of quality, safety, and housekeeping (CAYG).
• Support preventative maintenance and tooling changes.
• Work collaboratively with the Production Manager and team to meet production targets.

Skills

CNC operating experience

Attention to detail

Team-oriented

Ability to meet deadlines

Job description

Location: Neatishead, Norwich, Norfolk
Contract: Full-time | On-site
Reporting to: Production Manager

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing UK manufacturer seeking an experienced CNC Production Operator to strengthen their production capability.

This role sits at the heart of the manufacturing operation and is critical to maintaining quality, efficiency, and right-first-time output as the business continues to scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and monitor CNC machinery to produce components to specification
• Read and interpret technical drawings and job sheets accurately
• Carry out first-off and in-process quality checks
• Maintain high standards of quality, safety, and housekeeping (CAYG)
• Support preventative maintenance, tooling changes, and downtime reduction
• Work collaboratively with the Production Manager and wider team to meet production targets
• Contribute to continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Proven CNC operating experience within a manufacturing environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced production setting
• Reliable, proactive, and team-oriented

Desirable

• Panel processing or woodworking machinery experience
• Lean manufacturing awareness
• Forklift licence (or willingness to obtain)

What’s on Offer

• Secure, full-time position with a growing UK manufacturer
• Competitive salary: £30,000 – £34,000 + GBS (profit share)
• Monday–Friday role
• Monday–Friday shifts
  • 7:00am–4:30pm (Mon–Thu)
  • 7:00am–1:00pm (Fri)
• Supportive leadership and clear progression potential