Machining Operator

Gap Technical Ltd; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company in Blackburn is seeking a Machining Operator to set up and operate CNC machines. The role requires proven experience with HAAS, Matsuura, and Doosan machines. Candidates should have the ability to read technical drawings and a strong commitment to quality. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits within a 4-day work week from Monday to Thursday.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating CNC machines.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good understanding of machining processes and tooling.
• Flexible and proactive approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines to produce high-quality components.
• Interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance and quality checks.
• Monitor machine performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Work collaboratively with the production team.

Skills

Operating HAAS CNC Lathe machines

Operating Matsuura CNC Lathe machines

Operating Doosan CNC Lathe machines

Reading engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Understanding of machining processes

Job description

Overview

Machining Operator — Competitive + Benefits — Blackburn — 4-day week Monday to Thursday. gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for a Machining Operator to work at their facility based near Darwen.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines to produce high-quality components
• Interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Perform routine maintenance and quality checks
• Monitor machine performance and troubleshoot issues
• Work collaboratively with the production team to meet deadlines
• Ensure all health, safety and environmental requirements and maintained and followed

Person Specification

• ?Proven experience operating HAAS, Matsuura, and Doosan CNC Lathe machines.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• ?Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good understanding of machining processes and tooling.
• Flexible and proactive approach to work.

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Closing Date: 15/10/2025

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