We are looking for an experienced CNC Operator to join our team on a freelance basis.
As a CNC Operator, you will play a key role in our fabrication team with oversight of our 3-axis CNC router and laser cutter. You will bring experience of CNC operation, with specialist skills in programming and a high level of attention to detail.
Rates of pay are competitive, dependent on experience.
Key tasks:
- Be the main operator of our Maxicam M3 3-axis CNC router and laser cutter in the studio
- Use Rhino, Aspire and RhinoCAM to translate design files and programme the CNC (and equivalent for the laser cutter)
- Bring knowledge of specialist tools and processes relevant to CNC operation, including feeds and speeds
- Bring knowledge of materials relevant to CNC operation, including wood, aluminium, brass, acrylic, and other solid surface material
- Manage consumables and maintenance for the CNC router and laser cutter
- Work confidently and competently with other portable equipment, tools and materials
- Ensure your works are undertaken in accordance with the company’s health and safety policy and relevant RAMS
- Maintain a clean and safe working area, with responsibility for ensuring your works are undertaken with care and consideration
- Manage your time effectively to ensure the team works together to meet the project deadline
- Foster good working relationships within the team, engendering a collaborative and supportive working environment.
- Represent the company in a positive and professional manner at all times
Key requirements:
- Minimum of 3 years’ professional experience in a studio environment (essential)
- Experience of 3-axis CNC router operation (essential)
- Experience with Rhino, Aspire and RhinoCAM (or equivalent) (essential)
- Experience with portable equipment and tools for general fabrication in wood and/or metal (essential)
- Awareness of health and safety regulations and best practice for compliance (essential)
- Strong verbal, interpersonal and comprehensive skills (essential)
- Right to work in the UK without restrictions (essential)
- Fire Marshal and Fire Extinguisher training (desirable)
- Current CSCS card, or equivalent qualification (desirable)
Make your application:
If you have all the relevant skills and experience and want to work join our team, get in touch!
- Email images of your work and a CV (including two references) toAnna Bunting-Branch (Head of Administration) at anna@weberindustries.com
- Successful applicants will be selected based to a paid skills trial
Please note: We encourage early applications and reserve the right to close this advert when we have sufficient high-quality applications
