General Operator - (CNC) Shaped Tip Grinding

2M Employment Solutions Limited; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Long Eaton is seeking a General Operator (CNC) for night shifts. The ideal candidate will set and operate CNC machines, ensuring high precision in tooling production for the pharmaceutical industry. Responsibilities include programming, maintaining quality standards, and collaborating with team members. This role offers competitive pay, shift allowances, and additional benefits like annual leave and ongoing training.

Benefits

Competitive pay plus 30% shift allowance

Flexible overnight shifts

Profit Related Pay (PRP) bonus scheme

33 days annual leave

Ongoing in-house training

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Retail discounts

Social events and pension contributions

Free uniform and PPE

Qualifications

• Experience setting and operating CNC machines, preferably with programming skills.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities.
• Understands quality standards and can maintain tight tolerances.
• Demonstrates strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Setting and programming CNC machinery.
• Running equipment to meet throughput and quality standards.
• Reading and understanding work instructions and inspection procedures.
• Maintaining a clean and organized work area adhering to 6S standards.
• Assisting in process improvements and equipment development.
• Communicating effectively as part of a team.

Skills

CNC machine operation

Programming skills

Quality standards understanding

Strong communication

Job description

General Operator (CNC) - Shaped Tip Grinding (Nights)

Location: Nottingham, UK

Hours: Monday - Friday, 10 pm - 6 am (39 hours per week) (flexibility to be discussed at interview)

Pay: From £13.63 + 30% shift allowance to £15.08 + 30% shift allowance (depending on experience)

Looking for a role where precision and skill make a real impact? Join I Holland, a global leader in tablet tooling, trusted by pharmaceutical companies in over 100 countries. We're expanding and need talented CNC Operators to help us maintain our reputation for excellence.

As a General Operator (CNC) – Shaped Tip Grinding, you'll expertly set and operate CNC Anca Punch Grinding 3 and 5 axis machines. You'll work in a flexible team environment, producing tooling with tight tolerances for the pharmaceutical industry. Your ability to edit programs, interpret drawings, and run multiple machines will ensure we meet customer and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Setting and programming CNC machinery
• Productively running equipment to meet throughput and quality standards
• Reading and understanding work instructions, drawings, and inspection procedures
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work area (adhering to 6S standards)
• Assisting in process improvements and equipment development
• Communicating effectively and working as part of a team

Qualifications

• Has experience setting and operating CNC machines (preferably with programming skills)
• Can work independently and adapt to changing priorities
• Understands quality standards and can maintain tight tolerances
• Demonstrates strong communication and teamwork

Benefits

• Competitive pay plus 30% shift allowance
• Flexible overnight shifts (we can adjust start/finish times)
• Profit Related Pay (PRP) bonus scheme
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Ongoing in-house trainingCycle-to-work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail discounts through I Holland Reward Scheme
• Social events and pension contributions
• Free uniform and PPE

Ready to join a world-class manufacturer and take your CNC career forward? Click Apply now and send us your CV.

Please note: Employment is subject to DBS check, references, and right-to-work documentation.