Precision CNC Lathe Operator - High-Volume & Quality

The Best Connection; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Best Connection requires an experienced CNC Multi-Tasking Lathe Operator to join a busy manufacturing environment in Canterbury. You will operate CNC multi-tasking lathes, manufacture components from engineering drawings, and perform both first-off and in-process inspections to ensure quality and on-time delivery.

You will support internal assembly flow lines, maintain lubrication and coolant levels, and complete necessary documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC lathes or multi-tasking CNC machinery.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Experience carrying out quality inspections using measuring equipment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing and machining processes.
• Good attention to detail and ability to meet production deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC multi-tasking lathes to produce small to medium batches.
• Manufacture components from drawings and production requirements.
• Perform first-off and in-process quality inspections with measuring equipment.
• Complete quality documentation and traceability records.
• Identify and report quality defects to the CNC Setter or Supervisor.
• Maintain machine oils, lubricants and coolants at optimum levels.
• Carry out routine machine maintenance checks and housekeeping.
• Report faults or maintenance issues to supervision promptly.

Skills

CNC Lathe

Reading drawings

Quality inspections

Manufacturing processes

Housekeeping

Job description

The Best Connection requires an experienced CNC Multi-Tasking Lathe Operator to join a busy manufacturing environment in Canterbury. You will operate CNC multi-tasking lathes, manufacture components from engineering drawings, and perform both first-off and in-process inspections to ensure quality and on-time delivery.

You will support internal assembly flow lines, maintain lubrication and coolant levels, and complete necessary documentation.