CNC Operator

Company: Wolviston Management Services
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Location: North Skelton
Job Description:

The Role Wolviston Management Services are supporting our client in the appointment of an experienced CNC Machinist to join their established heavy engineering machine shop operation in Teesside.

This is a technically demanding position involving the machining of large, high-integrity components from billets, castings, forgings and fabrications. The role requires the ability to set, programme and operate both horizontal and vertical turning equipment within a quality-driven manufacturing environment. You will be working on one-off and low-volume components, taking responsibility for set-up, programming, machining and self-inspection. The position operates on a rotating mix of day and night shifts.    Key Responsibilities:

  • Set, programme and operate ALPHA Colchester XT 1550 lathe (Fanuc / Manual Guide i control)
  • Operate Shibaura TUE-150S Vertical Boring and Turning Mill (2000mm swing, C-axis, driven tools)
  • Machine components from castings, forgings, billets and fabrications
  • Interpret detailed engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances
  • Select appropriate tooling, speeds and feeds for varying material grades
  • Carry out manual inspection of dimensions and surface finish
  • Maintain high standards of component care and quality compliance
  • Adhere to site health, safety and environmental procedures at all times
  • Work collaboratively with supervisors, quality personnel and production teams

About You:

  • Time-served machinist with a recognised apprenticeship
  • Proven experience operating CNC lathes and/or vertical boring machines
  • Confident setting and machining one-off or bespoke components
  • Strong understanding of Fanuc CNC controls
  • Experienced in manual measurement techniques and surface finish inspection
  • Comfortable working within a heavy engineering or manufacturing environment
  • Quality-focused, methodical and professional in approach
  • Willing to work a rotating mix of day and night shifts

Essential Requirements:

  • Apprenticeship trained (Machine Shop or Mechanical Engineering)
  • Experience with large component machining
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
  • Competent with manual measuring equipment

For more information or to apply, please reach out….

Posted: March 30th, 2026