CNC Operator/Programmer

CNC Programmer/ Operator (Turner) x 2

CNC Programmer/ Operator  (Miller) x 1  

An industry leading manufacturing business based in Knutsford is seeking two CNC Programmer/operator (Turners) and one CNC Programmer/operator (Miller) to bolster their already strong team. 

Key responsiblities (Turner)

 Prioritise, in accordance with Team Leader’s instructions and work in progress requirements, works orders received from the Cutting Room

Ensure material received is appropriate and cut to size. Refer any inaccuracies to the Team Leader

Create or modify programmes to manufacture components to meet required specifications

Manufacture the component to production deadlines using CNC or manual lathes, ensuring the machines are operated safely and that the appropriate checks have been carried out

Ensure that the completed component is checked against the specification, is de-burred and engraved and blasted as required

Store any new programmes correctly for future access

Pass completed component and documentation to Team Leader

Manufacture jigs and fixtures to aid the machining of components

ollow the machine maintenance schedule in accordance with the operators manual

Ensure that machine oil levels are periodically checked

Respond appropriately and quickly to machine alarms for maintenance purposes

Ensure that the swarf conveyor is cleaned every 3 months

Ensure that machine maintenance records are maintained and updated

Ensure that scrap material is stored appropriately

Ensure that machine is left in a clean and safe condition

Carry out daily audits on area as requested by Team Leader

Assist customers and colleagues with problems that arise offering practical and appropriate solutions

Deal professionally, competently and courteously with customers, suppliers and colleagues in verbal and written communications

Clean and tidy work area on a daily basis

Provide cover in VKs as required

Key responisblites (Miller)

Prioritise, in accordance with Team Leader’s instructions and work in progress requirements, work orders received from the Cutting Room

Ensure material received is appropriate and cut to size. Refer any inaccuracies to the Team Leader

Load programmes to manufacture components to meet required specifications

Manufacture the component to production deadlines using CNC/manual milling machines, ensuring the machines are operated safely and that the appropriate checks have been carried out

Ensure that the completed component is checked against the specification, is de-burred and engraved

Store any new programmes correctly for future access

Pass completed component to correct area

Manufacture jigs and fixtures to aid the machining of components

Ensure that machine oil levels are periodically checked

Respond appropriately and quickly to machine alarms for maintenance purposes

Ensure that the machine and conveyor are left clean at the end of every shift

Re-set tools as required

Ensure that machine maintenance records are maintained and updated

Ensure that scrap material is stored appropriately

Ensure that machine is left in a clean and safe condition

Carry out weekly 5S audits on area as requested by Team Leader

Assist customers and colleagues with problems that arise offering practical and appropriate solutions

Deal professionally, competently and courteously with customers, suppliers and colleagues in verbal and written communications

Clean and tidy work area on a daily basis

Provide cover in Machine Shop as required

If this role looks like it could be of interest, please apply using the link or call us on for more information.