CNC Machine Operator

Job Title: CNC Machine Operator Job Type: Permanent Salary: £45,000 per annum plus excellent benefits Industry: Rail Rolling Stock Location: Manchester Are you an experienced CNC Machine Operator looking for your next challenge?

A leading client in the Rail Rolling Stock Industry, based in Manchester, is recruiting for a skilled engineering professional to join their team, operating specialist machinery to support the overhaul and assembly of rail wheelsets.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced CNC machinist to utilise their technical skills in a precision engineering environment where quality, safety and attention to detail are essential. The Role As a CNC Machine Operator, you will be responsible for precision machining, axle preparation and wheelset assembly, ensuring all components meet strict engineering specifications and quality standards.

Your duties will include: Operating CNC horizontal lathes and hydraulic wheel presses. Machining axles and assembling wheelsets to precise tolerances. Setting up machinery, selecting tooling and interpreting engineering drawings.

Carrying out quality inspections using precision measuring equipment. Supporting brake disc fitting, bearing installation and wheelset build activities. Recording inspection results and maintaining accurate quality documentation.

Following health and safety procedures and maintaining a safe working environment. Performing routine equipment checks and supporting continuous improvement activities. What Were Looking For NVQ Level 3 or above in a relevant engineering discipline.

Proven experience operating CNC horizontal lathes and hydraulic wheel presses. Experience in rail, aerospace or heavy engineering environments. Strong knowledge of precision machining, engineering drawings and dimensional tolerances.

Competence using micrometres, dial test indicators, bore gauges and other precision measuring equipment. An understanding of wheelset assembly, pressing operations and machinery safety. A proactive, quality-focused approach with excellent attention to detail.

Whats on Offer? £45,000 annual salary. The opportunity to work with specialist machinery in a precision engineering environment. A key role supporting the safety and reliability of rail vehicles. The chance to develop your technical expertise within a skilled engineering team.

Employment with a Real Living Wage Employer. Interested? If you have experience in CNC machining, precision engineering and wheelset assembly and are looking for your next opportunity, we want to hear from you!

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