Stone Benchtops - CNC Saw Operator

One21 Recruitment; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Stone Ltd, based in Tauranga, seeks an experienced CNC Stone Saw Operator to program and operate bridge saws and CNC machines to cut granite, quartz and other stone surfaces. You will load slabs, interpret CAD/CAM designs, and monitor sawing accuracy while ensuring Safety and quality controls.

Candidate should have experience with CNC stone equipment or related machinery, and be capable of maintaining high tolerances. On-site role with potential for overtime and weekend work.

Qualifications

• Experience with CNC stone machinery preferred.
• Able to read CAD/CAM design files.
• Willingness to work on site in Tauranga and reliability in fast-paced environment.
• Attention to tight tolerances and high-quality finishes.

Responsibilities

• Machine Setup / Operation
• Loading stone slabs onto the CNC machine
• Programming and Design Interpretation - loading CAD/CAM design files to direct the machine's movements
• Fabrication Control - monitoring the sawing and cutting process for quality
• Quality and Safety Control - inspecting finished pieces and maintaining a clean, safe workspace
• Maintenance and troubleshooting machines such as replacing worn blades or cleaning components

Skills

CNC machinery

Bridge saws

CNC profiling

Waterjet ops

CAD/CAM files

Reading drawings

Tolerances control

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Job description

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Programming and operating computer-controlled bridge saws and machining centres to cut and shape surfaces out of stone.

CNC Stone Saw Operator

Pacific Stone Ltd

Location: Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Hours: 40-50 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary Range: $35 - $45 + p/h

About Us: Pacific Stone produce bespoke quality stone benchtops and surfaces for the residential and commercial market. They have an opportunity for an experienced CNC Saw Operator to join their existing team in Tauranga. This role involves programming and operating computer-controlled machines (bridge saws and machining centres) to cut and shape surfaces out of granite, quartz, marble, engineered, natural stone, and porcelain.

About the Role:

• Machine Setup / Operation


• Loading stone slabs onto the CNC machine.


• Programming and Design Interpretation - loading digital CAD/CAM design files (from templating software) to direct the machine's movements.


• Fabrication Control - monitoring the sawing and cutting process, checking for potential errors.


• Quality and Safety Control - inspecting finished pieces for precision and quality standards, checking for defects, and maintaining a safe, clean work environment.


• Maintenance and troubleshooting machines, such as replacing worn blades or cleaning components.

Key Skills Required

• Proficiency with CNC machinery, software/ digital technology.


• Experience operating CNC stone machinery and bridge saws would be ideal, but not essential.


• You may also be experienced in CNC Profiling machines and Waterjet operations, which would be an advantage.


• Ability to work with tight tolerances to ensure high-quality, consistent finished products.


• An understanding of the properties of different stone types and engineered surfaces would be an advantage.


• Ability to accurately measure, read and interpret specifications.


• Previous experience working with complex machinery such as CNC Saw, CNC Profiling and Hand Polishing machines would be an advantage.


• Punctuality and reliability are a must.


• Ideally you will also have flexibility to work some late nights or the odd weekend on occasion

Pacific Stone are an Approved ACCREDITED EMPLOYER with Immigration New Zealand. They will consider industry-experienced applicants with proven skills as a CNC Operator for stone benchtops. You will need to be fluent in both written and spoken English, eligible to work in New Zealand, and must have stone benchtop CNC experience if applying from overseas.

We also welcome change of employer AEWV visa applications if you are already working in New Zealand and looking for better opportunities and a change of location.

One21 are Recruitment Business Partners for Pacific Stone Ltd