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Cnc Operator

CV-Library • Gateshead, Tyne & Wear • 1d ago

CNC Operator

Location: Gateshead, Tyne & Wear

Salary: DOE

Company: A well-established leading signage and display company.

Role: Our client is currently looking for a CNC operator to join their growing team in the Gateshead area.

The purpose of the CNC Operator role is to manufacture high-quality signage components by safely and efficiently operating CNC routers and related equipment.

Operate 3-axis CNC Routers, including AXYZ or Tekcel machines.
Set up and run CNC machinery safely and efficiently.
Depending on experience, create and amend programs using VCarve CAM Software.
Responsible for 6S duties which include the machine itself and the area around the machine.
Manufacture products accurately to engineering drawings and customer specifications.
Carry out quality inspections to ensure products meet dimensional and finish requirements.
Responsible for routine maintenance on the machine, including condition of sacrificial boards, greasing of the runners, and troubleshooting any minor issues.
Follow all company health and safety procedures.
Work closely with colleagues to ensure production targets and quality standards are achieved.

Requirements:

Previous experience operating CNC machinery within a manufacturing environment.
Experience operating 3-axis CNC Routers.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Good organisational skills and the ability to work efficiently to production deadlines.
Physically capable of lifting materials and standing for extended periods.
Experience in signage desirable.
Experience with AXYZ or Tekcel CNC Routers, VCarve CAM Software, Automatic Letter Benders (ALB) or FLOW Waterjet machinery would be advantageous but is not essential.