On behalf of our Client, a specialist in a wide range of engineering services including steel fabrication, cladding, CNC machining and civil engineering, we are looking for a CNC Machine Operative to work from their busy manufacturing facility based in Moray on a full-time staff basis.

Their CNC precision machining workshop services the requirements of many companies requiring precision-built parts, including Oil & Gas, MOD, Nuclear, Water, Construction and Marine industries.

The successful postholder will be responsible for setting up, operating and maintaining computer-controlled machinery used for precision manufacturing.

The position requires attention to detail, the ability to interpret technical drawings and strong problem-solving skills to ensure parts meet strict specifications and quality standards.

Main Responsibilities:

- Set up and configure CNC machines (milling, lathes, etc.) according to design drawings and specifications
- Interpret technical drawings, schematics, and CAD/CAM files to determine machine settings and specifications
- Choose the right cutting tools, inserts, and other materials needed for the job. Calibrate tools and machines for optimal performance
- Monitor the machining process and inspect parts for dimensional accuracy. Ensure all parts meet the required tolerances and quality standards
- Perform regular maintenance and troubleshoot issues with the CNC machines to prevent downtime
- Input, update, and adjust machine programs to ensure accurate manufacturing operations. Operate manual or CNC-based editing tools to modify and optimise machine code


Key Skills, Experience and Personal Attributes:

- Highly organised and methodical in approach to working practises
- Ability to use a wide variety of measuring equipment including micrometres, internal, external and depth, vernier callipers etc.
- Knowledge of CAD-CAM software and FANUC would be advantageous
- Ability to read drawings and technical details accurately with high attention to detail and tolerances
- Diligent and proactive, always thinking ahead
- Good communication skills
- Team player
- Highly Health and Safety conscious
- Willingness to learn and be flexible
- Good computer skills


Additional information:

Hours of work:

- Working standard 39 hrs per week with possible overtime (flexibility is required to accommodate business requirements)
- 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday - Thursday and 8:00am to 3:30pm on Friday


Annual leave entitlement:

- 28 days holiday per year inclusive of bank holidays

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As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.