CNC Trainer: Mentor Operators on Nakamura & Citizen

Electus Recruitment Solutions; Chestfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Electus Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced CNC Trainer in North Kent to develop the next generation of skilled CNC operators. This hands-on role requires practical training across CNC turning, setting, and programming principles, with emphasis on Nakamura and Citizen machines.

You will collaborate with production supervisors to identify skill gaps, assess competency and ensure teams operate safely, efficiently and to quality standards through thorough training plans and ongoing

Qualifications

• Proven experience setting and operating CNC lathes in a precision environment.
• Strong knowledge of Nakamura and Citizen CNC machines.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications.
• Good understanding of machining processes, tooling and cutting parameters.
• Experience using measuring and inspection equipment.
• Knowledge of quality standards, traceability and manufacturing best practice.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to coach and motivate others.
• Interest in developing people and sharing technical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Deliver practical CNC training to apprentices, new starters and existing employees.
• Provide hands-on instruction in setting and operating CNC lathes, particularly Nakamura and Citizen machines.
• Assess competency through observation and practical assessments.
• Develop training plans, maintain training records and manage competency matrices.
• Support apprentices throughout their development and provide regular feedback.
• Train operators in machining processes, tooling, cutting parameters and machine optimisation.
• Develop understanding of inspection equipment, quality standards and traceability requirements.
• Identify training needs and work with production management to address skills gaps.
• Support improvements in set-up times, cycle times, tooling performance and tool life.
• Assist with training materials, procedures and standard operating instructions.
• Promote safe working practices and ensure trainees understand relevant health, safety and environmental requirements.

Skills

CNC training

Mentoring

Training planning

Competency assessment

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

BTEC/HNC/HND beneficial

Tools

Nakamura machines

Citizen machines

Inspection equipment

Measuring tools

Job description

Electus Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced CNC Trainer in North Kent to develop the next generation of skilled CNC operators. This hands-on role requires practical training across CNC turning, setting, and programming principles, with emphasis on Nakamura and Citizen machines.

You will collaborate with production supervisors to identify skill gaps, assess competency and ensure teams operate safely, efficiently and to quality standards through thorough training plans and ongoing