Junior CNC Manufacturing Technician

Island Sheetmetal Limited; Newport; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing manufacturing company in the United Kingdom is looking for a motivated Junior CNC Manufacturing Technician. This position provides full in-house training to operate advanced CNC machinery and offers opportunities for long-term career development in CNC manufacturing. Ideal candidates should have a keen interest in engineering, some experience with CNC machinery is advantageous, and should demonstrate attention to detail. Join a supportive team environment that values your growth in the industry.

Benefits

Hands-on training on modern CNC machinery

Opportunity for career growth

Supportive team environment

Competitive salary based on experience

Stable employment with a growing company

Qualifications

• Some experience with CNC machinery is beneficial but not essential.
• Good attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Enthusiastic about engineering and manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operation of laser cutting and CNC punch press machines.
• Support production activities to ensure jobs are completed accurately.
• Perform quality checks on finished components.

Skills

Understanding of CNC machinery

Ability to read technical drawings

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Education

NVQ, BTEC, or similar qualification in engineering or manufacturing

Job description

Junior CNC Manufacturing Technician (Laser & Punch Press)

Company

ISM (IOW) Ltd

Location

Isle of Wight

Job Type

Full-time, Permanent

Role Overview

ISM (IOW) Ltd is seeking a motivated Junior CNC Manufacturing Technician to join our production team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in CNC manufacturing and sheet metal fabrication.

The successful candidate will be trained in‑house to operate our brand‑new 6KW willingness Bystronic laser cutting machine and LVD CNC punch press, with further opportunities to learn CNC milling and programming as skills develop_SELECTED Trusted. Where appropriate, external training courses will also be provided.

This role would suit a junior candidate, school/college leaver, or someone early in their engineering career with a strong interest in CNC machinery and manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist withith operation of a Bystronic laser cutting machine
• Assist with operation of an LVD CNC punch press
• Support production activities to ensure jobs are completed accurately and efficiently
• Read and interpret technical drawings and rattings pages
• Carry out machine and tool setup, material loading, and part handTHEN under supervision
• Perform quality checks on finished components
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
• Progress toward CNC programming and CNC mill operation as training advances

Training & Development

• Full in‑house training provided
• Mandatory external and additional external training courses where necessary or beneficial
• Long‑term development into a skilled CNC operator/programmer

Skills & Experience (Preferred but Not Essential)

• Some experience with CNC machinery (laser, punch, mill, or similar) is beneficial but not essential
• Ability to read and understand technical/engineering drawings
• NVreatment, BTEC, apprenticeship, or similar qualification in engineering or manufacturing preferred
• Good attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Positive attitude, reliability, and strong work ethic

What We Offer

• Hands‑on training on modern, industry‑leading CNC machinery
• Opportunity to grow and develop a long‑termcedence career
• Supportive team environment
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Stable employment within a growing company with over 35 years trading

Ideal Candidate

You are enthusiastic about engineering and manufacturing, keen to learn new skills, and interested in working with advanced CNC machinery. You take pride in producing quality work and are looking for a company willing to invest in your future.