CNC Operator – Glass Processing
Pearsons Glass is a leading UK provider of glass products and processing services, supporting artists, students, hobbyists, and commercial clients across the UK. Our work spans creative art glass and advanced processing, including CNC cutting, UV printing, laminating, toughening, and sandblasting.
Operating from a modern Liverpool facility, Pearsons Glass combines technical precision with a people-focused culture. We work across bespoke residential projects and large-scale commercial contracts, offering a dynamic and operational environment
We are looking for an experienced and quality-focused CNC Operator to join our glass processing team.
This is a hands-on role for someone who takes pride in precision, works safely, and understands the importance of producing high-quality work to specification. You will be operating specialist CNC glass processing machinery, working from drawings and production instructions as part of a skilled and supportive production team.
Experience in glass or stone processing would be a strong advantage, but we would also welcome applications from CNC operators in other manufacturing or engineering environments who have the right attitude, attention to detail and mechanical understanding.
Why this role?
· A skilled CNC role within a specialist glass processing environment.
· The opportunity to work on varied, precision-led production work.
· Training in glass-specific processes and machinery where required.
· A team environment where quality, safety and reliability genuinely matter.
· A permanent role with scope to develop your technical skills.
The role
You will set, prepare and operate CNC machinery to process glass products accurately and efficiently. You will read drawings and specifications, load materials and tooling, carry out checks, monitor machine performance and inspect finished work to ensure every job meets the required standard. This role operates on a rotating shift basis of one week on days and one week on lates. Monday-Thursday 07.00 – 15.00/14.00 – 22.30 Friday 07.00 – 14.00/13.00 – 18.00 to cover 36.5 hours per week. There is also a shift allowance payable. The current basic hourly rate is £13.66.
Key responsibilities
· Set up, prepare and operate CNC machinery for glass processing tasks including drilling, milling, grinding and polishing.
· Read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and production instructions.
· Load materials, tools and programmes correctly for each job.
· Carry out quality checks before and during production.
· Monitor machine operation and make adjustments where required.
· Inspect and measure finished products to ensure they meet specifications.
· Maintain productivity while keeping quality and safety as priorities.
· Carry out daily machine checks and basic maintenance.
· Identify and report mechanical, quality or safety issues promptly.
· Keep the work area clean, organised and safe.
· Work flexibly with the production team during busy periods.
What we are looking forEssential
· Previous experience operating CNC machinery.
· Ability to read and understand technical drawings or production specifications.
· Good mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills.
· Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
· Confidence using measuring tools and checking work to specification.
· A safety-conscious approach to machinery and workplace procedures.
· Reliability, good timekeeping and a productive work ethic.
· Ability to communicate clearly and work well as part of a team.
Desirable
· Experience in glass or stone processing.
· CAD/CAM or CNC programming knowledge.
· Experience with tooling, machine setting and precision measurement.
· Engineering, manufacturing or relevant technical qualification.
The right person
This role would suit someone who is calm under pressure, takes pride in doing the job properly, and understands that quality matters just as much as output. We are looking for someone who checks their work, looks after the machinery, works safely and wants to be part of a skilled production team.
How to apply
To apply, please send your CV and a brief note outlining your CNC experience to [email protected] or through Indeed (please ensure that your personal e mail is on your CV)
Pay: £13.66 per hour
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
