Job Description

Trainee CNC Operator
Location: Arundel
Pay Rate: £12.50 – £15.00 per hour (depending on experience)
Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Shift Times: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (No nights or weekends)

About the Company:
The client is a specialist manufacturer of high-precision aluminium components, supplying industries such as automotive, marine, and medical. they work with a range of advanced CNC machinery, producing low- to medium-volume parts in a clean and well-equipped engineering environment.

About the Role:
This is an entry-level CNC Operator position — perfect for someone just starting out in engineering, such as a college leaver or someone looking to retrain in a skilled trade. You’ll be trained on-site by experienced engineers, gaining hands-on experience in CNC machining.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operating CNC milling and turning machines (full training provided)
• Loading/unloading aluminium components and monitoring machining cycles
• Performing basic quality checks using calipers, micrometers, and gauges
• Working to job instructions and reporting any issues to supervisors
• Keeping your work area clean and organised
• Learning about machining tolerances, materials, and drawings as part of your development

Machine Control Systems You'll Use:

• Mazatrol
• Siemens
• Fanuc
  Training will be given on each, so no prior experience is required — just a willingness to learn.

What We’re Looking For:

• Interest in machining, manufacturing, or mechanical engineering
• Punctual, reliable, and keen to learn new skills
• Comfortable working with your hands and following technical instructions
• Team player with a positive attitude
• Engineering or workshop experience from school/college is a bonus, but not essential

What’s on Offer:

• Full training and support in a skilled CNC workshop
• Opportunity to work with high-end CNC equipment and controls
• Career growth potential within a stable and well-regarded business
• Competitive pay and weekday hours (no shift work)