Production Operator

Workshop Recruitment; Littlehampton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Pension

Birthday off

Tools provided

Long-term progression

Job summary

Workshop Recruitment is seeking a Production Operator in Littlehampton to join a CNC team. You will learn to set and operate a CNC twin-blade mitre saw and produce components to high workmanship standards. In-house training will be provided, with opportunities to progress onto 3-axis CNC machinery.

This permanent role offers a competitive hourly rate (£13.00) with 41.5 hours per week, 28 days holiday, a pension, and ongoing development for a lasting career in CNC manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a CNC or manufacturing environment is advantageous.
• Good numeracy and accurate measurement skills.
• Ability to understand technical drawings.
• Competence using hand tools and measuring equipment.
• Basic understanding of workshop health and safety.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Clear communication and a reliable, punctual approach.
• Willingness to learn CNC machining through full in-house training.

Responsibilities

• Operate and learn to set a CNC twin-blade mitre saw.
• Use hand tools and measuring equipment accurately.
• Read and follow technical and engineering drawings.
• Inspect finished components for quality and accuracy.
• Maintain required tolerances and workmanship standards.
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times.
• Keep CNC machinery and tools clean and well maintained.
• Work collaboratively to achieve production targets.

Skills

CNC machining

Manufacturing

Numeracy

Reading drawings

Hand tools

Quality control

Communication

Punctuality

Job description

Production Operator

Littlehampton £13.00 per hour (DOE) + 28 Days Holiday + Pension + Birthday Off Permanent

About the Role

Are you a CNC Saw Operator with strong measuring skills, attention to detail and a willingness to learn? Workshop Recruitment is supporting an established manufacturing business with an opportunity to join its CNC team. You’ll learn to set and operate a CNC twin-blade mitre saw and produce components to high workmanship standards. Full in-house training will be provided, with opportunities to develop your skills and progress onto 3-axis CNC machinery. This is a long-term role for someone reliable, hardworking and keen to build a career in CNC manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and learn to set a CNC twin-blade mitre saw.
• Use hand tools and measuring equipment accurately.
• Read and follow technical and engineering drawings.
• Inspect finished components for quality and accuracy.
• Maintain required tolerances and workmanship standards.
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times.
• Keep CNC machinery and tools clean and well maintained.
• Work collaboratively to achieve production targets.

Skills & Knowledge Required

• Previous experience in a CNC or manufacturing environment is advantageous.
• Good numeracy and accurate measurement skills.
• Ability to understand technical drawings.
• Competence using hand tools and measuring equipment.
• Basic understanding of workshop health and safety.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Clear communication and a reliable, punctual approach.
• Willingness to learn CNC machining through full in-house training.

CNC Saw Operator experience within windows and doors manufacturing would be advantageous, but full training is available for the right candidate.

Salary: £13.00 per hour, depending on experience, with opportunities for pay progression as skills develop.

Hours: Monday to Friday, 41.5 hours per week.

Benefits:

• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays, plus your birthday off
• company pension
• tools and equipment provided
• long-term career progression