Senior CNC Operator

Clockwork Organisation Ltd t/a Travail Employment; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Clockwork Organisation Ltd t/a Travail Employment in Wrexham is seeking a Senior CNC Operator to join the night shift, setting, operating, and optimizing CNC machines to meet specifications. You will contribute to continuous improvement while maintaining quality and safety on the line.

You will work with operators, setters and engineering teams, performing tooling changes, machine setups and inspections, and ensuring accurate records and downtime reduction on each shift.

Qualifications

• Strong experience operating CNC machines in a production/manufacturing environment.
• Confident in machine setup, tooling changes, offsets and precision machining.
• Understanding of machining processes, quality standards and HSE.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and use measuring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set, operate and monitor CNC machines to meet specifications.
• Carry out tooling changes, machine setups, offsets and adjustments.
• Perform first‑off inspections, in‑process checks and final quality verification.
• Complete production paperwork, quality records and machine data accurately.
• Maintain health & safety, housekeeping and 6S in the machining area.
• Coach and support junior setters and operators.

Skills

CNC operation

Machine setup

Quality control

Engineering drawings

Problem solving

Teamwork

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Senior CNC Operator

£46,213 per annum

Permanent Nights Monday - Thursday | 12‑Hour Shifts

Wrexham

Role Overview

As a Senior CNC Operator, you will play a key role in delivering high‑quality, efficient machining across the night shift. You will set, operate, and optimise CNC machinery, ensure all components meet specification, and support continuous improvement across your designated area. Working closely with operators, setters, and engineering teams, you'll help maintain high standards of quality, safety, and performance throughout the shift.

Key Responsibilities

• Set, operate, and monitor CNC machines to produce components to required specifications.
• Complete tooling changes, machine setups, offsets, and adjustments to maintain accuracy and throughput.
• Carry out first‑off inspections, in‑process checks, and final quality verification.
• Ensure all production paperwork, quality records, and machine data are completed accurately.
• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety, housekeeping, and 6S within the machining area.
• Support operators and junior setters with training, guidance, and troubleshooting.
• Work with Team Leaders and Engineering to plan workloads, manage priorities, and minimise downtime.
• Report machine faults, breakdowns, and maintenance requirements promptly, following up on urgent issues.
• Contribute to tooling trials, process improvements, and development activities.
• Operate additional machinery or equipment when required to support production targets.

Candidate Requirements

• Strong experience in CNC operation within a production or manufacturing environment.
• Confident in machine setup, tooling changes, offsets, and precision machining.
• Solid understanding of machining processes, quality standards, and Health & Safety.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and use measuring equipment (micrometers, verniers, gauges).
• Proven ability to work independently on night shifts while supporting wider team performance.
• IT literate with good communication and organisational skills.
• Proactive, hands‑on approach with strong problem‑solving ability.

Additional Skills/Job Titles

Senior CNC Operator, CNC Setter/Operator, CNC Machinist, Precision Machining Operator, Night Shift CNC Technician.