CNC Machinist - #2195626

CNC Machinist

(Setter/Programmer/Operator)

Location

Cumbernauld, Scotland

Salary

£18.00 - £25.00 per hour depending on experience and capability.

Hours

40 hours per week.

• Day Shift

• Flexible working hours available

• Business operates 7 days per week

The Company

Our client is a specialist manufacturer of precision-engineered plastic components supplying a range of industries. Operating from a modern machining facility, they produce high-quality, close-tolerance components and continue to invest in both their people and manufacturing capabilities.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for setting, programming and operating CNC turning machines producing precision plastic components.

This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of bespoke and low-to-medium volume components while taking ownership of the machining process from programme creation through to final inspection.

Programming & Systems

• Fanuc Controls

• Conversational Programming

• All new part programmes created, edited and proven out directly at the machine

Key Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC turning machines manufacturing precision plastic components

• Create, edit and prove out conversational CNC programmes at the machine

• Manufacture components in line with engineering drawings and customer specifications

• Carry out machine set-ups, tooling changes and process adjustments

• Perform first-off, in-process and final inspections using standard measuring equipment

• Troubleshoot machining issues and implement programme or tooling modifications where required

• Maintain high quality standards and ensure all components meet required tolerances

• Work efficiently to achieve production targets while maintaining quality standards

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience setting and operating CNC turning machines

• Experience with conversational programming

• Ability to create and edit programmes directly at the machine

• Experience using Fanuc controls

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

• Experience working to tight tolerances

• Strong inspection and quality control skills

• Ability to identify and resolve machining issues independently

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of £18.00 - £25.00 per hour depending on experience

• Flexible working hours

• Day shift working pattern

• Stable long-term opportunity with a growing manufacturer

• Modern machining environment

Ideal Candidate

An experienced CNC Turner who is confident setting and operating CNC lathes, creating and editing programmes directly at the machine, and producing high-quality precision components. Previous experience with Fanuc controls and conversational programming is essential, while experience machining plastic components would be advantageous.