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Machine Shop Operative

Job Posted: 11 days ago

Salary: £ 25,000 - 28,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Brackley, Northamptonshire

Expire in: 16 days

Job Description

Are you an experienced Machine Shop Operative with strong CNC machining skills? We're working with a growing engineering and manufacturing business in Brackley looking to expand their production team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking company where you'll play a key role in CNC machining, production, and continuous improvement, supporting both prototype development and full-scale manufacturing.

The Role - Machine Shop Operative (CNC), based in Brackley

As a Machine Shop Operative, you'll be responsible for the setup, operation, and maintenance of CNC machines, ensuring high-quality components are produced efficiently and safely.

Key responsibilities include:

Setting up and operating 3-axis CNC machines, including offline programming for prototype and production work
Carrying out routine maintenance in line with scheduled requirements
Operating manual and digital saws, as well as drilling, tapping, and overhead routing equipment
Supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and providing feedback for Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives
Maintaining high-quality standards using a "No Fault Forward" approach
Recording production data, machine settings, and process adjustments
Ensuring compliance with health & safety standards and maintaining a clean working environment 

Key Skills & Experience

Proven experience operating CNC machines (3-axis preferred)
Background in a machine shop or manufacturing environment
Experience using manual machining tools (desirable, training provided)
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Ability to support production targets and minimise downtime
A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement 

Performance Measures

Reduction in machine downtime
Maintaining non-conformance (NCP) levels below 2%
Achieving On-Time In-Full (OTIF) delivery of 95%+ 

Why Apply?

Join a stable and growing engineering business
Work on a mix of prototype and production projects
Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and NPI activities
Be part of a collaborative production team with opportunities to take ownership on the shop floor 

If you feel you are right for this position or would like a chat please send over an updated cv to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) and I will call you to discuss this Machine Shop Operative role in Brackley

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