CNC Operator, Machine Operator - UK/ Ireland Visa Sponsorship

USI Global Recruitment; Ireland; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

USI Global Recruitment is seeking a skilled CNC Operator to manufacture precision components from engineering drawings in a busy workshop in Ireland. You will operate and set up CNC milling machines and lathes, load materials, load tools and inspect parts for conformance.

The role requires reading drawings, measuring with gauges, monitoring machine performance and quality, and following safety procedures. Prior experience with G-code and basic offsets is preferred.

Qualifications

• ITI or diploma in machining or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience operating CNC milling machines, CNC lathes or similar equipment.
• Knowledge of machine setup, tooling and measurement.
• Familiarity with G-code, offsets and programme adjustments where required.
• Knowledge of quality-control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines.
• Load materials, tools and workpieces correctly.
• Read engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Check dimensions using measuring instruments.
• Monitor production quality and machine performance.
• Identify machining defects and report technical issues.
• Follow maintenance and safety procedures.

Skills

CNC milling

Machine setup

Measurement & metrology

G-code

CNC turning

Education

ITI / Diploma in machining

Tools

CNC machines

G-code programming

Job description

Role & responsibilities

The CNC Operator will operate computer-controlled machinery to manufacture precision components according to engineering drawings, production schedules and quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines.
• Load materials, tools and workpieces correctly.
• Read engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Check dimensions using measuring instruments.
• Monitor production quality and machine performance.
• Identify machining defects and report technical issues.
• Follow maintenance and safety procedures.

Preferred candidate profile

• ITI, diploma or relevant machining qualification preferred.
• Experience operating CNC milling machines, CNC lathes or other specified equipment.
• Knowledge of machine setup, tooling and measurement.
• Familiarity with G-code, offsets and programme adjustments where required.
• Knowledge of quality-control procedures.