CNC Router Operator

Tech Connect Group; Thame; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturing business seeks a CNC Router Operator in Thame. This role involves setting up and operating CNC routers, ensuring precision and quality while working in a fast-paced environment. The position offers competitive pay, ongoing training opportunities, and a supportive team environment in a high-tech facility.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Early finish Fridays

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a machine operating or manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Experience operating CNC routing machines is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC routers to machine components.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions.
• Ensure parts meet quality standards through inspection.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Comfortable working to precision standards

Job description

Job Title: CNC Router Operator
Location: Thame, Oxfordshire
Industry: Aerospace Manufacturing
Shifts: Late or Night Shift
Pay Rate: GBP16.00 GBP20.00 per hour (inclusive of shift allowance)
Employment Type: Permanent / Full-Time

We are currently recruiting a CNC Router Operator to work for an Aerospace client in Thame, Oxfordshire. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with existing CNC routing experience, or for a machine operator with a solid mechanical aptitude looking to be trained into a CNC routing role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate CNC routers to machine composite or metallic components.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, work instructions, and job specifications.
• Ensure parts meet quality and dimensional standards through in-process inspection.
• Maintain clean and safe working environment in accordance with company standards.
• Record production data and report any issues with equipment or materials.
• Work collaboratively with team members and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Experience & Requirements:

Essential

• Prior experience in a machine operating or manufacturing environment.
• Comfortable working to precision standards in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn new skills.

Desirable

• Experience operating CNC routing machines, ideally within aerospace or similar high-precision sectors.
• Familiarity with composite materials or light metals.

Shift Details:

• Late Shift or Night Shift availability required (exact hours to be confirmed).
• Shift allowance included in advertised pay range.

Pay & Benefits:

• GBP16.00 GBP20.00 per hour (inclusive of shift allowance), dependent on experience.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Early finish Fridays
• Supportive team environment in a growing, forward-thinking business.
• Opportunity to work in a high-tech aerospace manufacturing facility.