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CNC Lathe Operator

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Posted on Jun 25, 2026 by CV-Library
Braintree, Essex, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£30k - £30k Annual
Full-Time
CNC Lathe Operator

Location: Braintree

Position: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: £30,000 per annum starting

Hours: Monday – Friday, 09:00 – 17:00 (No weekend work)

About the Company

Our client is a leading specialist manufacturer dedicated to producing high-precision, essential medical components. Their products are supplied directly to critical healthcare sectors, so with their work directly impacts public wellbeing, it is essential to maintain the highest standards of quality, accuracy, and consistency.

The Role

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented CNC Lathe Operator to join the production team. In this role, you will be responsible for machining specialised, high-precision optical and medical-grade components.

Key Responsibilities:

* Setting up and operating CNC Lathe machinery to precise specifications.

* Working with delicate, high-tolerance materials to produce specialized optical/medical components.

* Conducting regular quality checks and measurements to ensure strict compliance with healthcare standards.

* Performing basic routine maintenance on machines.

* Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized workspace.

What We Are Looking For

* Proven experience as a CNC Lathe Operator or Setter/Operator.

* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.

* Experience with high-tolerance, precision machining (experience with optical or specialized medical plastics/materials is a plus, but not essential).

* A strong eye for detail and a commitment to quality.

What’s on Offer?

* Great Work-Life Balance: Standard daytime hours (Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00) with no mandatory weekend shifts.

* Job Security: A permanent role backed by consistent, long-term healthcare sector contracts.

* Competitive Salary: Starting around £30k p/a with opportunities for professional growth

Reference: 225291029

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CNC Lathe Operator

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 25, 2026 by CV-Library

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Braintree, Essex, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£30k - £30k Annual
Full-Time
CNC Lathe Operator

Location: Braintree

Position: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: £30,000 per annum starting

Hours: Monday – Friday, 09:00 – 17:00 (No weekend work)

About the Company

Our client is a leading specialist manufacturer dedicated to producing high-precision, essential medical components. Their products are supplied directly to critical healthcare sectors, so with their work directly impacts public wellbeing, it is essential to maintain the highest standards of quality, accuracy, and consistency.

The Role

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented CNC Lathe Operator to join the production team. In this role, you will be responsible for machining specialised, high-precision optical and medical-grade components.

Key Responsibilities:

* Setting up and operating CNC Lathe machinery to precise specifications.

* Working with delicate, high-tolerance materials to produce specialized optical/medical components.

* Conducting regular quality checks and measurements to ensure strict compliance with healthcare standards.

* Performing basic routine maintenance on machines.

* Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized workspace.

What We Are Looking For

* Proven experience as a CNC Lathe Operator or Setter/Operator.

* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.

* Experience with high-tolerance, precision machining (experience with optical or specialized medical plastics/materials is a plus, but not essential).

* A strong eye for detail and a commitment to quality.

What’s on Offer?

* Great Work-Life Balance: Standard daytime hours (Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00) with no mandatory weekend shifts.

* Job Security: A permanent role backed by consistent, long-term healthcare sector contracts.

* Competitive Salary: Starting around £30k p/a with opportunities for professional growth
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Reference: 225291029

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