CNC Operator – Precision Engineering – Blackburn

Blackburn, Lancashire | £28,000–£31,000 + benefits | Monday–Thursday 07:30–16:30, Friday 06:30–13:00 | Permanent

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for a CNC Operator to join an established precision engineering and manufacturing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a CNC or manufacturing background who enjoys working in a hands-on production environment and takes pride in producing high-quality components.

The position is available due to a combination of team changes and business growth.

You will play an important role in ensuring production runs efficiently, customer deadlines are met, and finished parts meet the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Programme and operate CNC machinery to manufacture components in line with engineering drawings, samples and specifications.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, work orders and production instructions.
• Prepare raw materials for machining, including cutting blanks to size using saws.
• Assist with secondary operations such as trimming, tapping and drilling.
• Ensure production targets, quality standards and delivery deadlines are achieved.
• Optimise sheet nesting to maximise material yield and minimise waste.
• Prepare completed components for despatch.
• Receive and prepare incoming materials for stock booking.
• Maintain accurate stock records and ensure materials are available for production.
• Keep the work area clean, safe and organised.
• Work efficiently to minimise downtime and reduce material waste.
• Follow all relevant health and safety procedures.
• Participate in SQCDP meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in a CNC or manufacturing environment.
• A background in precision engineering or a related manufacturing discipline.
• Experience with drilling and/or secondary machining operations.
• The ability to follow production instructions and work to quality requirements.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings is desirable.
• Familiarity with CNC programming or a willingness to develop programming skills is desirable.
• Experience preparing materials, finishing components and supporting goods-in or despatch activities would be advantageous.

Training and Development

• On-the-job training and support are available, including the opportunity to shadow experienced team members and develop CNC programming skills.
• Although progression opportunities may be limited, there is scope for development for the right individual.

Salary and Benefits

• £28,000–£31,000 per annum.
• Day-shift working pattern.
• 23 days' annual leave plus eight bank holidays.
• Pension contributions of 3% employer and 5% employee.
• Annual salary reviews.
• Training and development support.

The Ideal Candidate

• A practical, reliable and quality-focused individual with experience in CNC machining or manufacturing.
• You will be comfortable working as part of a production team, paying close attention to detail and helping to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and on time.

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