Harlow, Essex
Salary: £33000 - £46000
Expiry Date: 31-08-2025
About this Role
We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated CNC Operator to join our clients growing team, producing high-quality transmission components for a respected engineering company based in Harlow, Essex. This hands-on role involves setting and operating 2-axis CNC lathes, with a focus on short-to-medium batch work. You'll need to be confident working independently and flexible enough to support other machining operations when needed. Working Hours: Monday to Thursday, with start times of either 6:00 AM (finish at 4:00 PM) or 7:00 AM (finish at 5:00 PM) — offering a great work-life balance with long weekends. What We Offer:
1. Competitive salary, based on experience
2. Stable working hours with a four-day week (Mon–Thurs)
3. 25 days paid holiday per year (plus bank holidays)
4. Supportive working environment with long-term career potential
5. Opportunity to work with a well-established and reputable engineering team
The successful candidate will have following experience
6. Proven experience operating and setting 2-axis CNC lathes
7. Ability to work independently and manage your own machine setup
8. Flexibility to assist on other machines where necessary
9. A proactive and reliable team player with a strong work ethic
10. Willingness to work overtime when required
11. Knowledge of CAD/CAM systems is desirable, though not essential
Responsibilities
12. Independently set and operate 2-axis CNC lathes with minimal supervision
13. Manufacture components to precise specifications for transmission systems
14. Adapt to different machinery as required to support production demand or cover staff absences
15. Produce high-quality parts in short and medium batch quantities
16. Ensure all work meets company quality and safety standards
17. Work collaboratively with the wider team to meet daily targets
Please apply today for immediate consideration! Axiom Personnel
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