CNC Chargehand (Working Chargehand – Fanuc CNC Lathes or Mills)
Location: Coatbridge, North Lanarkshire
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: Monday to Thursday 7:00am – 4:00pm, Friday 7:00am – 12:00 noon
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About Gartsherrie Engineering
Gartsherrie Engineering is a well-established precision engineering and fabrication company with a reputation for delivering high-quality manufacturing solutions to customers across a range of industries. As we continue to invest in our people, equipment and capabilities, we are looking to strengthen our machining department with the appointment of an experienced CNC Chargehand.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing business with strong ambitions for the future. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading the machine shop whilst remaining hands-on with programming, setting and operating CNC machine tools. Going forward, there will also be the opportunity to develop skills in SolidCAM programming as we continue to expand our machining capabilities and invest in new technology.
The Role
As a Working CNC Chargehand, you will be responsible for leading the day-to-day activities of the machine shop while actively programming, setting and operating Fanuc-controlled CNC lathes or milling machines.
This role requires a highly skilled machinist who can lead by example, support colleagues, maintain high standards of quality and productivity, and contribute to the continuous improvement of machining operations. You will work closely with production, quality and management teams to ensure customer requirements are met safely, efficiently and on time.
Key Responsibilities
- Programme, set and operate Fanuc-controlled CNC lathes and machining centres.
- Manufacture components to engineering drawings and customer specifications.
- Select appropriate tooling, fixtures and machining strategies to maximise efficiency and quality.
- Produce first-off components and carry out in-process inspections.
- Provide technical support, guidance and mentoring to machine shop personnel.
- Assist with workload planning, scheduling and job prioritisation to achieve delivery targets.
- Troubleshoot machining, tooling and programming issues.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity, reduce waste and improve machining performance.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements and company procedures.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping, machine care and preventative maintenance.
- Work closely with production, quality and engineering teams to meet customer expectations.
- Support apprentice development and knowledge sharing within the department.
- Develop SolidCAM programming capability as part of future business growth and investment.
Candidate Requirements
Essential
- Time-served CNC machinist with proven experience in a precision engineering environment.
- Strong experience programming, setting and operating Fanuc-controlled CNC machines.
- Experience with CNC lathes, milling machines, or both.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
- Strong understanding of tooling, cutting data and machining processes.
- Excellent problem-solving and fault-finding skills.
- Good communication and leadership abilities.
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.
- Commitment to quality, safety and continuous improvement.
Desirable
- Experience machining large components.
- CAD/CAM programming experience.
- Exposure to SolidCAM or a willingness to undertake training and development.
- Experience within a subcontract or heavy engineering environment.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary of £35,000 – £45,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
- Permanent employment with a stable and respected engineering company.
- Ongoing training and career development.
- Opportunity to learn and develop SolidCAM programming skills.
- Supportive working environment with opportunities for progression.
- Varied and challenging work across multiple industries.
- Opportunity to make a significant contribution to the future growth and success of the business.
Why Join Gartsherrie Engineering?
This is a genuine opportunity to join a forward-thinking engineering business where your skills and experience will have a direct impact on the success of the company. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys leading from the front, and wants to be part of a business with ambitious plans for growth and continued investment in its machining capabilities.
If you are an experienced CNC machinist looking to take the next step in your career with a company that values quality, teamwork and continuous improvement, we would like to hear from you.
Pay: £35,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- UK visa sponsorship
Work Location: In person
