Night CNC Operator

Mansell Recruitment Group; Stroud; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering company is seeking a Night Shift CNC Operator to join their expanding machine shop team. You will be responsible for the safe operation of CNC machinery while meeting production targets and maintaining quality standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in CNC operation and be comfortable working night shifts. Strong skills in reading engineering drawings and a commitment to health and safety are essential. Salary details will be discussed with the recruitment group.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in CNC machine operation.
• Comfortable working night shifts.
• Demonstrates responsibility, reliability, and a commitment to Health & Safety.
• Numerate, with the ability to work with decimals, fractions, and whole numbers.

Responsibilities

• Operating and monitoring CNC machines to produce components to specification.
• Carrying out routine machine checks and reporting any issues.
• Completing relevant production documentation accurately.
• Inspecting and quality-checking own work against engineering drawings.
• Supporting colleagues and assisting with general duties as required.

Skills

CNC machine operation

Reading engineering drawings

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Engineering qualification (e.g., apprenticeship)

Job description

Night Shift CNC Operator

A well-established engineering company is seeking a Night Shift CNC Operator to join their expanding machine shop team.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of CNC machinery, ensuring production targets are met while maintaining quality standards.

Duties

• Operating and monitoring CNC machines to produce components to specification.
• Carrying out routine machine checks and reporting any issues.
• Completing relevant production documentation accurately.
• Inspecting and quality‑checking own work against engineering drawings.
• Reporting and recording any non‑conformances.
• Supporting colleagues and assisting with general duties as required.
• Keeping the work area clean, organised, and safe at all times.
• Participating in training to maintain and develop skills.
• Minimising waste and contributing to continuous improvement activities.
• Providing support and guidance to new team members or apprentices.
• Working closely with supervisors and managers to meet production deadlines.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience in CNC machine operation.
• Comfortable working night shifts.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Demonstrates responsibility, reliability, and a commitment to Health & Safety.
• Engineering qualification (e.g., apprenticeship or equivalent) is desirable.
• Numerate, with the ability to work with decimals, fractions, and whole numbers.
• Practical, hands‑on approach with problem‑solving skills.

The Package

Salary: To be discussed during the call with Mansell Recruitment Group