CNC Setter/Operator — On-Site, Flexible Hours & Growth

Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions; Falmouth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Generous holiday allowance

Three days’ paid volunteering leave

Life assurance

Everyone is Included Group Inclusion 3

Job summary

Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions in Falmouth is seeking a CNC Setter / Operator to join the on-site machine shop. You will set and operate fixed-head CNC lathes (up to 10 axes) and contribute to high-quality, efficient production in a fast-paced environment.

The role involves mentoring apprentices and operators, driving process improvements, and maintaining equipment through TPM. You will collaborate with the production team to meet customer requirements and support Lean initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment based within a machine shop.
• A relevant engineering qualification and/or demonstrable experience in CNC turning.
• A keen eye for detail and a willingness to utilise all available resources to drive process improvement.
• The ability to work collaboratively with others to achieve the team goals.
• A willingness to mentor and train apprentices and operators to improve their skills and understanding of machining.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate equipment within the Watson-Marlow Limited Machine shop (Falmouth) to ensure products are supplied efficiently, on time, in full and to the quality specification.
• Maximise machine utilisation and support production performance.
• Promote Environmental Health and Safety practices throughout the Machine shop.
• Collaborate with the production team to deliver components in line with production plans and customer requirements.
• Use knowledge to identify and implement best practice improvements.
• Maintain equipment through TPM and early fault diagnosis to ensure optimum performance and reliability.
• Support the TPM team activities and contribute to equipment improvement initiatives.
• Support the GEM / Lean process and continuous improvement culture.
• Demonstrate and champion the company’s values in daily work.
• Support 5s activities to maintain a safe, organised and efficient workshop environment.
• Work proactively with Team Leaders and Technicans to develop skills and grow career.
• Use and develop SOPs to support business continuity and operational consistency.
• Support RCCA activities with the Quality Team.

Skills

CNC turning

Mentoring apprentices

Education

Relevant engineering qualification

Job description

Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions in Falmouth is seeking a CNC Setter / Operator to join the on-site machine shop. You will set and operate fixed-head CNC lathes (up to 10 axes) and contribute to high-quality, efficient production in a fast-paced environment.

The role involves mentoring apprentices and operators, driving process improvements, and maintaining equipment through TPM. You will collaborate with the production team to meet customer requirements and support Lean initiatives.