Machine Operator (Zund)

NW Recruitment Services Ltd; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing manufacturing company in Blackburn seeks a Zünd Machine Operator to join their production team. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience with Zünd machines and be confident in interpreting CAD drawings. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £24,199.50 per year, plus benefits including a performance-related bonus and 25 days holiday. The position is on-site with no weekend work, providing a supportive and stable team environment.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus scheme

25 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays

Company pension contribution

Free onsite parking

Staff recognition awards

Casual dress code

No weekend working

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of hands-on experience with Zünd or similar digital cutting machinery.
• Confident reading and interpreting CAD drawings or nesting files.
• Good understanding of safety and quality standards in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate Zünd digital cutting equipment to process high-performance materials.
• Interpret CAD drawings to ensure accurate output.
• Optimize material layout for minimal waste and maximum efficiency.
• Conduct basic maintenance and calibration of the cutting equipment.
• Monitor material quality and maintain production records.

Skills

CNC laser operation

Interpreting CAD drawings

Attention to detail

Operating Zünd digital cutting machinery

Proactive work ethic

Tools

Zünd Cut Centre

Job description

Zünd Machine Operator – Technical Cutting

Blackburn | Full-time, Permanent

No sponsorship, accommodation or relocation packages offered for this role.

Are you an experienced CNC Laser Operator, or recently completed your CNC NVQ apprenticeship?

We are exclusively recruiting on behalf of a growing manufacturing company that specialises in working with advanced and technical materials.

They are looking to appoint a Zünd Machine Operator (or experienced CNC Laser Operator) to join their production team in Blackburn.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in precision cutting and technical manufacturing to join a supportive, stable team offering progression and skill development.

• £24,199.50 per year + Bonus Scheme (£12.75 per hour)
• Monday to Thursday 09:00 – 17:00, Friday 09:00 – 16:00 (36.5 hours)
• No weekend working, supportive team environment, great benefits

Benefits

• Performance-related bonus scheme after probation.
• 25 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays.
• Company pension contribution.
• Free onsite parking.
• Staff recognition and employee of the month awards.
• Casual dress and friendly team environment.
• No weekend working.

Key responsibilities

• Operate Zünd digital cutting equipment to accurately process a variety of high-performance materials used in specialist manufacturing.
• Interpret CAD drawings and production instructions to ensure accurate output.
• Optimize material layout for minimal waste and maximum efficiency.
• Conduct basic maintenance and calibration of the cutting equipment.
• Monitor material quality and maintain accurate production records.
• Collaborate with internal departments to meet production deadlines.

Candidate requirements

Essential:

• At least 1 year of hands‑on experience with Zünd or similar digital cutting machinery.
• Confident reading and interpreting CAD drawings or nesting files.
• Good understanding of safety and quality standards in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience using cutting software such as Zünd Cut Centre or similar.
• Strong attention to detail with a proactive work ethic.

Desirable:

• Previous experience working with high‑specification or engineered materials.
• Knowledge of nesting and material optimisation.
• A forklift or material‑handling qualification is an advantage.

Additional info

• Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
• Hours: 36.5 working hours per week
• Shift: Day shifts only
• Location: On-site in Blackburn

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