Job Description

Are you a skilled CNC Operator seeking a 4-day working week with a prestigious engineering firm that offer bags of overitme!

We are working in partnership with a top manufacturing organisation in North West Kent. This business is a leading UK-based manufacturer with a 135-year heritage of innovation and excellence. They specialise in advanced engineering solutions for high-profile government and security partners.

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented CNC Operator to join their Production team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where precision is paramount.

The Role

Reporting to the Production Director, you will play a key part in manufacturing components using precision engineering techniques. You will be manufacturing complex metal parts out of steel and brass to very tight tolerances (as little as 1 micron tolerance).

Key Duties:

Operating VMC and 5-Axis CNC machines (specifically Doosan machines with Fanuc controls). Performing "First Offs," checking dimensional quality, and amending machine settings to meet component design requirements. Setting up and operating all types of manual machining equipment, covering milling, turning, grinding, and marking processes. Operating to acceptable production targets whilst maintaining a "right-first-time" standard of quality. Problem identification and rectification.
Candidate Requirements

Our client values locality and longevity in previous roles. While 5-Axis experience is preferred, we will accept candidates with strong 3-Axis+ experience.

Essential Skills:

Experience:

Previous experience as a CNC Operator, specifically using Fanuc controls.

Technical Ability:

Ability to read engineering drawings and comprehension of geometric tolerancing.

Quality Standards:

Good working knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100 Quality Systems.

Hand Skills:

Good ability with hand tools such as files, grinders, drills, and riveting.

Attitude:

High level of proactivity, enthusiasm, and a professional willingness to learn.

Security & Compliance:

Due to the highly regulated nature of the manufacturing environment and the products involved, successful candidates must be able to undergo and pass:

Medical Checks.

Criminal Background Checks

(assessing for any risks regarding safety in a controlled environment).
The Package

Salary:

30,000 maximum salary plus umlimited over time at 1.5 time!

Work-Life Balance:

Excellent Monday to Thursday working week (06:30 - 16:20).

Future Benefits:

5% annual bonus (based on company performance) and inflationary salary increases are eligible from 2027.

Contract:

2-Year Fixed Term.

Desirable (but not essential):

Counterbalance Fork Lift Truck Licence. Cylindrical and surface grinding experience. Capable of using Microsoft Office applications.
If so apply now with an upto date CV!

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 24 months

Pay: 30,000.00 per hour

Expected hours: 39 - 60 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Free parking On-site parking Profit sharing Sick pay
Work Location: In person