CNC operator

CNC Operator

Location: Bedfordshire
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Hours: Mon–Thurs 8:00am–4:30pm | Fri 8:00am–3:30pm
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Overtime: Available at 1.5x hourly rate

About the Role

A well-established bespoke joinery manufacturer and multi-trade fit-out specialist is looking for an experienced CNC Operator to join its manufacturing team.

The company delivers high-quality bespoke joinery for commercial, prime residential and leisure projects, working from its own design and manufacturing facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate Homag CNC machinery, including 3-axis and 5-axis routers and beam saws.
• Run CNC programmes and ensure machined components meet drawings and specifications.
• Work closely with the production office to ensure efficient and accurate production.
• Identify machining issues and report problems to management.
• Carry out daily, weekly and monthly machine checks.
• Complete routine maintenance and safety checks.
• Ensure machining tolerances and quality standards are maintained.
• Work collaboratively with the wider production and joinery teams.

Requirements

• Previous experience operating CNC machinery, ideally within joinery or woodworking.
• Experience with 3-axis/5-axis CNC routers and/or beam saws would be advantageous.
• Good understanding of wood machining, joinery machining or joinery construction.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and production information.
• Good problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Reliable, organised and able to work to deadlines.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced workshop environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Microsoft Office experience is desirable but not essential.

Benefits

• 23 days' holiday + bank holidays
• Health Cash Plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee benefits platform
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• 4% employer / 4% employee pension