Technical operator Work, Jobs in Hempstead, Ess (with Salaries)

Lead CNC Operator
Spacemann —Haverhill
- £17.50 - £19.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Software troubleshooting
- Supervising experience
- In-person
- Free parking
- Store discount
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6d
CNC Operator
Spacemann —Haverhill
- £14 - £16 an hour
- Full-time
- Basic maths
- Warehouse experience
- In-person
- Store discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
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1d
Trials and Technical Lead
Senova Ltd —Cambridge
- From £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Free parking
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A320/1 Type Rated Captains
Jet2.com and Jet2holidays —Stansted
- Full-time
- English
- Annual leave
Process Operator
Bureau Veritas —Witham
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
B737 Type Rated Captains
Jet2.com and Jet2holidays —Stansted
- Full-time
- English
- Annual leave
Operator
Teledyne Technologies Inc. —Chelmsford
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
Estimator
Swann Engineering Group Limited —Braintree
- £40,000 - £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- CAD
- Word processing
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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14d
Marketing Operator (AI-First)
TaiSan —Cambridge
- £12,000 - £13,000 a year
- Part-time
- Marketing
- AI
- Business
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CNC Turner Setter/Operator
Currock Engineering Co Ltd —Chelmsford
- £15.66 - £19.90 an hour
- Full-time
- CAD
- Basic maths
- Maintenance
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
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Production Shift Team Leader
Indaver —Kelvedon
- Management
- Free parking
- Paid training
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Website and Content Executive
Local Hospice Lottery —Thaxted
- £36,318 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Marketing
- Data analysis skills
- Microsoft Office
- Annual leave
- Flexitime
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1d
Environtec: Asbestos Surveyor - South East
Obsequio Group —Chelmsford
- Up to £37,000 a year
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
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Senior Land Surveyor
Survey Solutions —Colchester
- Overtime
- AutoCAD
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Flexible schedule
- Referral programme
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Airports and Airspace Senior Consultant
Sagentia —Cambridge
- Full-time
- Military
- Project management
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Senior/Principal Hydrogeologist
AECOM —Cambridge
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
CNC Turner (Setter/Operator) – Fanuc | Modern Air-Conditioned Shop | Flexible Hours
Geosense Ltd —Bury St. Edmunds
- £40,000 - £45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mechanical knowledge
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Flexible schedule
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13d
Digital Printer
Rose Calendars —Colchester
- From £15.50 an hour
- Full-time
- In-person
- Life insurance
- Sick pay
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Operator-Space Imaging
Teledyne Technologies Inc. —Chelmsford
- Full-time
Chemical Production Operator
Huntsman —Duxford
- 8 hour shift
- Computer literacy
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme

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Lead CNC Operator

Spacemann
Haverhill

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£17.50 - £19.00 an hour
6 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Store discount
Health & wellbeing programme
Discounted or free food
Company pension
Employee discount
On-site parking

Qualifications

Software troubleshooting
Tooling
Machining
Supervising experience
Joinery
SolidWorks
Communication skills
Woodworking

Full job description

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Lead CNC Operator to take ownership of our CNC machining operations within a busy manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on role requiring extensive experience in the programming, setting, operation, maintenance, and supervision of wood CNC machinery.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the efficient running of all CNC equipment, supporting production requirements, training operators, and acting as the primary point of contact with machine manufacturers for technical support, software issues, upgrades, and machine breakdowns.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining productivity, quality standards, and continuous improvement across the CNC department.

Key Responsibilities

Program, set, and operate wood CNC machinery, including:
3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC machines
Nesting CNC machines
Optimise machining programs to maximise efficiency and material utilisation.
Oversee the day-to-day operation of all CNC machinery within the business.
Diagnose and resolve machine, tooling, and programming issues.
Liaise directly with machine manufacturers regarding:
Technical support
Software support
Machine servicing and breakdowns
Upgrades and improvements
Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules.
Ensure CNC machines are maintained to a high operational standard.
Train, mentor, and support CNC operators.
Establish and maintain best practices for machine setup and operation.
Work closely with the Design and Production departments to achieve manufacturing targets and quality standards.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and process development.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality procedures.

Essential Requirements

Extensive experience programming, setting, and operating woodworking CNC machinery.
Strong knowledge of 5-axis CNC machining and nesting machines.
Proven experience troubleshooting CNC machine and software issues.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manufacturing specifications.
Strong understanding of tooling, feeds, speeds, and machining optimisation.
Experience supervising CNC operations and supporting production teams.
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Desirable Requirements

Experience using SolidWorks.
Experience using SWOOD software.
Experience within a furniture, joinery, cabinet manufacturing, or woodworking environment.
Previous experience training and developing CNC operators.

Evidence of Skills Required

Applicants must be able to demonstrate their CNC programming and machining expertise. Suitable evidence may include:

Examples of CNC programs or projects completed.
Portfolio of work produced using CNC machinery.
Evidence of 5-axis and nesting machine experience.
Technical assessments or practical demonstrations during the interview process.
Relevant qualifications, certifications, or training records.

What We Offer

Competitive hourly rate of £17.50 - £19.00 depending on experience.
Full-time, permanent position.
Opportunity to lead and develop CNC operations within a growing manufacturing business.
Supportive team environment.
Ongoing training and development opportunities.

Apply Now

If you are a highly skilled CNC programmer/operator with extensive woodworking CNC experience and are looking for an opportunity to take ownership of a CNC department, we would like to hear from you. Please submit your CV along with evidence of relevant projects and experience.

Pay: £17.50-£19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Store discount

Work Location: In person

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