Multiskill Machine Operator: CNC, Laser & Press Brake

Acorn Recruitment; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift rotation

Full-time role

Job summary

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for an experienced Machine Operator in Sparkford to run press brakes, CNC routers, and laser cutting equipment. The role involves loading materials, checking sizes, and interpreting drawings in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

You will work a structured early/late shift rotation in a full-time position, supporting on-time delivery and continuous improvement initiatives with a skilled team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating press brakes, CNC routers, or laser cutting machines.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Competent using measuring tools such as verniers, squares, protractors, and tape measures.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate press brake, CNC router, and laser cutting machinery.
• Load and unload raw materials and finished components.
• Check materials for correct size, thickness, and grade.
• Interpret engineering drawings and BOMs.
• Use nesting software to optimise material usage.
• Inspect, measure, and deburr finished parts.
• Sort and organise components by job and material type.
• Complete documentation to maintain quality standards.
• Work collaboratively to achieve On-Time Delivery (OTD) targets.
• Carry out basic machine maintenance and maintain accurate records.
• Operate additional machinery as required.
• Identify risks and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure full compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Press brake operation

CNC router

Laser cutting

Reading drawings

Nesting software

Quality inspection

Tools

Nesting software

Job description

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for an experienced Machine Operator in Sparkford to run press brakes, CNC routers, and laser cutting equipment. The role involves loading materials, checking sizes, and interpreting drawings in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

You will work a structured early/late shift rotation in a full-time position, supporting on-time delivery and continuous improvement initiatives with a skilled team.