CNC Operator

Fabrication Operative
Location: Christchurch
Salary: £15.00 – £18.00 per hour DOE
Hours: Monday – Friday
Overtime: Available at time and a half 
Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays
Bonus: Annual discretionary bonus scheme

We are currently looking for a Fabrication Operative to join an established manufacturing business in Christchurch.
The role will involve operating a range of machinery to accurately prepare materials and components for the wider fabrication and assembly process.
Previous experience operating machinery within a fabrication or manufacturing environment is essential.

The Role

• Operating automated machinery, CNC equipment, saws and associated workshop machinery.
• Processing materials accurately to the required specifications.
• Working from technical drawings, cutting lists, job sheets and production documents.
• Loading materials and selecting the correct programmes and tooling.
• Carrying out quality checks on finished components.
• Identifying and reporting defects, errors or machinery issues.
• Completing basic machine maintenance, cleaning and housekeeping.
• Preparing components for the fabrication and assembly teams.
• Assisting with material handling, packing and loading when required.

About You

• Previous experience operating machinery within a fabrication or manufacturing environment.
• Practical, hands-on approach with good attention to detail.
• Able to read and work from technical drawings and production information.
• Good understanding of accuracy, quality and safe working practices.
• Confident identifying and reporting production or machinery issues.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience working with aluminium or within a similar fabrication environment would be advantageous.

What’s on Offer?

• £15.00 – £18.00 per hour, depending on experience.
• Monday–Friday
• 40-hour working week.
• Overtime available at time and a half.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Annual discretionary bonus scheme.
• Long-term opportunity within an established manufacturing environment.

How to Apply If you have previous experience in fabrication or operating machinery and are looking for a new opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV, or get in touch to find out more about the role.