Cnc Operator
il y a 10 heures
Haydock
Job Title: CNC Operator - Nights Shifts: Monday to Thursday 20:00 to 06:00 Location: Haydock Contract Type: Full-time Salary: £37,700 per year (£20.13 per hour) + bonus Summary Due to continued growth, new market opportunities and sustained high workload in the CNC department, a manufacturing business in the wood-based products sector is looking to recruit additional CNC Operators for a new afternoon shift team. You will work on a range of modern Homag CNC machines, including the latest models with AirTech functionality, helping to maintain commercially attractive lead times while delivering high-quality products safely and efficiently. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong CNC experience who enjoys problem-solving, continuous improvement and working with advanced machinery. Key Responsibilities • Select the correct CNC programme from the job sheet and set the machine and tooling according to programme parameters., • Check and verify CNC programmes and make any necessary corrective adjustments., • Set up tooling, including entering tool dimensions into the tool database., • Proactively identify and implement efficiency and quality improvements where possible., • Ensure products meet quality, dimensional and tolerance specifications, reporting any non-conformances immediately., • Carry out safety and emergency stop checks before starting production., • Log all production activities accurately on the WiPS or similar production system., • Complete daily compliance documentation, including safety and quality checks., • Report any health and safety issues, accidents, incidents or near misses promptly., • Identify and report machine faults or defects to the CNC Supervisor and maintenance team., • Promote and follow a strong health and safety culture at all times, including correct use of PPE., • Maintain a tidy, safe, well-organised and well-maintained work area., • Comply with all site rules, standard operating procedures and general house rules., • Communicate effectively with the CNC Supervisor and colleagues in the CNC and wider production teams. Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience • Proven experience as a CNC Operator, ideally in a wood machining, joinery, furniture or panel processing environment., • Working knowledge of the latest WoodWOP software is advantageous, • Confident in selecting, verifying and adjusting CNC programmes., • Able to read and understand CAD drawings., • Strong focus on working safely and efficiently in a production environment., • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage workload in line with production targets., • High level of accuracy, attention to detail and commitment to quality., • Awareness of health and safety requirements and safe systems of work. Preferred Skills • Experience working with Homag CNC machines, including multi-head or high-spec models., • Experience of 5-axis CNC machining., • Experience of 5S or other lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives., • Proactive, enthusiastic and committed approach to work., • Reliable, punctual and cooperative, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team., • Confident communicator who can raise issues and suggest improvements constructively