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  • Darwen, Lancashire
  • Permanent,
  • undefined,
  • BBBH9242_1770046228
  • 02/02/2026
Job description

CNC Operator

Competitive + OT + Benefits

Blackburn

Days Only (Mon-Thurs)

gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for a CNC Operator to work at their facility based near Darwen

Performance Objectives

  • Liaison with the CNC Team Leader to understand clear production plans (CNC shop workload planning/scheduling).
  • Undertaking CNC tasks delegated by the CNC Team Leader &/or Senior Management
  • Ensuring their performance within the CNC team is of a high standard.
  • Undertaking training and development set by the CNC Team Leader &/or Senior Management.
  • Reporting to the Team Leader and Senior Management.
  • Work with the Team Leader to assist in the Implementation of CNC lean practices Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives (Kaizen, toolbox talks, cutting tool technology and so forth).
  • Discussing, resolving or escalating issues.
  • Monitoring and maintaining health and safety standards.
  • Supporting the Team Leader and deputising in their absence in relation to CNC decisions.
  • Daily communication with the Team Leader & Senior Management remains an essential part of the role for production plan compliance.
  • Maintain compliance
  • Advocate UK policies and procedures through compliance and communications.

Person Specification

  • Heidenhain qualifications or demonstrable training.
  • NVQ Level 3 in CNC (or equivalent).
  • Time served machinist/toolmaker with the ability to load, set-up and operate large CNC Machines.
  • Previous working knowledge of CNC machines, procedures and processes within a manufacturing &/or aerospace environment.
  • Ability to program Heidenhain CNC controls and conversant in off-line RTM Programming.

Desirable

  • NVQ Level 4 in CNC (or equivalent or working towards)
  • Demonstrable experience of Correa CNC machines.

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This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of gap technical who are operating as an employment agency.

gap technical are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job.

Closing Date:28/2/2026

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Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future.

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