CNC Operator

The Role
Wolviston Management Services are supporting our client in the appointment of an experienced CNC Machinist to join their established heavy engineering machine shop operation in Teesside.

This is a technically demanding position involving the machining of large, high-integrity components from billets, castings, forgings and fabrications. The role requires the ability to set, programme and operate both horizontal and vertical turning equipment within a quality-driven manufacturing environment. You will be working on one-off and low-volume components, taking responsibility for set-up, programming, machining and self-inspection. The position operates on a rotating mix of day and night shifts.
  
Key Responsibilities:

• Set, programme and operate ALPHA Colchester XT 1550 lathe (Fanuc / Manual Guide i control)
• Operate Shibaura TUE-150S Vertical Boring and Turning Mill (2000mm swing, C-axis, driven tools)
• Machine components from castings, forgings, billets and fabrications
• Interpret detailed engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances
• Select appropriate tooling, speeds and feeds for varying material grades
• Carry out manual inspection of dimensions and surface finish
• Maintain high standards of component care and quality compliance
• Adhere to site health, safety and environmental procedures at all times
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, quality personnel and production teams

About You:

• Time-served machinist with a recognised apprenticeship
• Proven experience operating CNC lathes and/or vertical boring machines
• Confident setting and machining one-off or bespoke components
• Strong understanding of Fanuc CNC controls
• Experienced in manual measurement techniques and surface finish inspection
• Comfortable working within a heavy engineering or manufacturing environment
• Quality-focused, methodical and professional in approach
• Willing to work a rotating mix of day and night shifts

Essential Requirements:

• Apprenticeship trained (Machine Shop or Mechanical Engineering)
• Experience with large component machining
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Competent with manual measuring equipment

For more information or to apply, please reach out.