Senior CNC Operator

Permanent Futures Limited; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Permanent Futures Limited is seeking an experienced Senior CNC Operator to join a well-established manufacturing environment. The role combines hands-on CNC programming, setting and operation with mentoring responsibilities for developing less experienced operators.

The position requires confident workload management, problem solving and the ability to uphold high CNC standards. You will mentor other CNC team members and help ensure smooth production progress.

Qualifications

• Significant hands-on experience operating and setting CNC routers within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong CNC programming knowledge and the ability to confidently make programming changes.
• Good understanding of tooling, machining methods, feeds and speeds.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, job packs and manufacturing specifications.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good understanding of manufacturing quality requirements.
• Ability to organise and prioritise work in a busy production environment.
• A proactive approach to identifying and resolving production issues.
• Strong awareness of workplace health and safety

Responsibilities

• Program, set and operate CNC routers to manufacture components accurately and efficiently.
• Interpret technical drawings, job specifications and production documentation.
• Select appropriate materials, tooling, cutting parameters and machining methods for each job.
• Complete machine set-ups and ensure components meet required tolerances and quality standards.
• Monitor jobs throughout the machining process and make adjustments where necessary.
• Organise workload effectively to help maintain production schedules and priorities.
• Identify and resolve machining, tooling and programming issues.
• Work alongside maintenance colleagues when required to diagnose faults and reduce machine downtime.
• Carry out routine checks and help ensure CNC equipment remains in good working condition.
• Maintain accurate production information and communicate progress, delays or issues to the relevant production lead.
• Follow all health, safety, quality and operational procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.

Skills

CNC Router Operation

CNC Programming

Tooling Knowledge

Reading Drawings

Quality Control

Problem Solving

Safety Awareness

Tools

G-Code Editing

Job description

We are recruiting for an experienced Senior CNC Operator to join a well-established manufacturing environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CNC professional who is comfortable taking ownership of machining activities while also supporting the development of less experienced operators.

The position combines hands-on CNC programming, setting and operation with an important mentoring element. We are looking for someone who can confidently manage their own workload, solve machining problems and help maintain high standards across the CNC function. A key part of this position will be helping to develop other members of the CNC team

Key Responsibilities

• Program, set and operate CNC routers to manufacture components accurately and efficiently.
• Interpret technical drawings, job specifications and production documentation.
• Select appropriate materials, tooling, cutting parameters and machining methods for each job.
• Complete machine set‑ups and ensure components meet required tolerances and quality standards.
• Monitor jobs throughout the machining process and make adjustments where necessary.
• Organise workload effectively to help maintain production schedules and priorities.
• Identify and resolve machining, tooling and programming issues.
• Work alongside maintenance colleagues when required to diagnose faults and reduce machine downtime.
• Carry out routine checks and help ensure CNC equipment remains in good working condition.
• Maintain accurate production information and communicate progress, delays or issues to the relevant production lead.
• Follow all health, safety, quality and operational procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.

Skills & Experience

• Significant hands‑on experience operating and setting CNC routers within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong CNC programming knowledge and the ability to confidently make programming changes.
• Good understanding of tooling, machining methods, feeds and speeds.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, job packs and manufacturing specifications.
• Strong fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good understanding of manufacturing quality requirements.
• Ability to organise and prioritise work in a busy production environment.
• A proactive approach to identifying and resolving production issues.
• Strong awareness of workplace health and safety