Cnc Lathe Operator
Posted on May 26, 2026 by CV-Library
Stroud, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
The Role
An established manufacturing environment is looking to recruit a CNC Operator to join a growing machining team. This position operates on a rotating double day shift pattern and offers the opportunity to work in a well-structured production setting.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate CNC machinery safely and efficiently within a machining area.
* Complete routine machine checks and report any issues.
* Accurately complete job documentation and production records.
* Take ownership of work quality and ensure components meet specification.
* Raise and record non-conformance issues when identified.
* Support wider shop floor activities as required by the production team.
* Maintain high standards of housekeeping and safety at all times.
* Participate in training and skills development when required.
* Work to minimise scrap and improve production efficiency.
* Provide guidance and support to apprentices or new starters when needed.
* Work closely with supervisory staff to meet production schedules and delivery targets.
* Communicate effectively with setters, supervisors, and team leaders regarding workshop activity.
The Candidate
GCSEs or relevant hands-on experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment
Apprenticeship or vocational engineering qualification desirable.
Basic CNC operating knowledge and machine awareness.
Able to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Confident with basic arithmetic involving whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Practical, common-sense approach to problem solving.
Comfortable working with standardised processes and instructions.
The Package
Salary to be discussed during an initial call with the recruiter
An established manufacturing environment is looking to recruit a CNC Operator to join a growing machining team. This position operates on a rotating double day shift pattern and offers the opportunity to work in a well-structured production setting.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate CNC machinery safely and efficiently within a machining area.
* Complete routine machine checks and report any issues.
* Accurately complete job documentation and production records.
* Take ownership of work quality and ensure components meet specification.
* Raise and record non-conformance issues when identified.
* Support wider shop floor activities as required by the production team.
* Maintain high standards of housekeeping and safety at all times.
* Participate in training and skills development when required.
* Work to minimise scrap and improve production efficiency.
* Provide guidance and support to apprentices or new starters when needed.
* Work closely with supervisory staff to meet production schedules and delivery targets.
* Communicate effectively with setters, supervisors, and team leaders regarding workshop activity.
The Candidate
GCSEs or relevant hands-on experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment
Apprenticeship or vocational engineering qualification desirable.
Basic CNC operating knowledge and machine awareness.
Able to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Confident with basic arithmetic involving whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Practical, common-sense approach to problem solving.
Comfortable working with standardised processes and instructions.
The Package
Salary to be discussed during an initial call with the recruiter
Reference: 225157180
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Cnc Lathe Operator
Posted on May 26, 2026 by CV-Library
Stroud, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
The Role
An established manufacturing environment is looking to recruit a CNC Operator to join a growing machining team. This position operates on a rotating double day shift pattern and offers the opportunity to work in a well-structured production setting.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate CNC machinery safely and efficiently within a machining area.
* Complete routine machine checks and report any issues.
* Accurately complete job documentation and production records.
* Take ownership of work quality and ensure components meet specification.
* Raise and record non-conformance issues when identified.
* Support wider shop floor activities as required by the production team.
* Maintain high standards of housekeeping and safety at all times.
* Participate in training and skills development when required.
* Work to minimise scrap and improve production efficiency.
* Provide guidance and support to apprentices or new starters when needed.
* Work closely with supervisory staff to meet production schedules and delivery targets.
* Communicate effectively with setters, supervisors, and team leaders regarding workshop activity.
The Candidate
GCSEs or relevant hands-on experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment
Apprenticeship or vocational engineering qualification desirable.
Basic CNC operating knowledge and machine awareness.
Able to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Confident with basic arithmetic involving whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Practical, common-sense approach to problem solving.
Comfortable working with standardised processes and instructions.
The Package
Salary to be discussed during an initial call with the recruiter
An established manufacturing environment is looking to recruit a CNC Operator to join a growing machining team. This position operates on a rotating double day shift pattern and offers the opportunity to work in a well-structured production setting.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate CNC machinery safely and efficiently within a machining area.
* Complete routine machine checks and report any issues.
* Accurately complete job documentation and production records.
* Take ownership of work quality and ensure components meet specification.
* Raise and record non-conformance issues when identified.
* Support wider shop floor activities as required by the production team.
* Maintain high standards of housekeeping and safety at all times.
* Participate in training and skills development when required.
* Work to minimise scrap and improve production efficiency.
* Provide guidance and support to apprentices or new starters when needed.
* Work closely with supervisory staff to meet production schedules and delivery targets.
* Communicate effectively with setters, supervisors, and team leaders regarding workshop activity.
The Candidate
GCSEs or relevant hands-on experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment
Apprenticeship or vocational engineering qualification desirable.
Basic CNC operating knowledge and machine awareness.
Able to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Confident with basic arithmetic involving whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Practical, common-sense approach to problem solving.
Comfortable working with standardised processes and instructions.
The Package
Salary to be discussed during an initial call with the recruiter
Reference: 225157180
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