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Date Added: Thu 26/02/2026

CNC Wood Machinist

Ely, CB7, UK
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Company: ASPER RECRUITMENT

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £15 - £18/hour + package

CNC Machinist REQUIRED

Job Purpose: To program, set, and operate CNC machines efficiently and effectively resulting in outstanding quality products being produced ensuring all production requirements are completed in a timely fashion as set by the management Team to maximum efficiency and operational excellence in the delivery of all customer requirements.

Responsibilities:

- To work to the specifications outlined in production paperwork and processes.

- To programme, set and run CNC machines.

- Previous 5 and 3 axis CNC machine operating with wood (minimum 2-3 years)

- Programming/operating knowledge of Xilog Plus and X-Door will be a big advantage.

- To ensure all production paperwork is completed in full, in a timely fashion and accurately.

- To check all product components are correct before and during the operation.

- To carry out QC checks and ensure the products are correct throughout the run.

- To take ownership of preparing (cutting, sanding, priming etc.) of replacement materials (frame components, whole frames, doors etc) as and when it's needed.

- Making sure the saw dust extraction system is maintained and dust bags changed as and when needed.

- To clearly mark pass able materials or machining errors to make the Teams responsible for further processes aware.

- To prepare and sort materials before machining.

- To report any delays to your team leader as soon as they occur

- To maximise machine uptime throughout your shift.

- To minimise set-up times.

- Keep your working area clean, tidy and safe.

- Always adhere to company processes and procedures.

- Be aware of and always follow all H&S procedures, and alert a team leader if an issue is spotted.

Skills and Experience Required:

- Skilled in the programming and operation of the following: Morbidelli and Alfa CNC machines

- Identify areas of weakness and make recommendations for improvements to training, production performance, KPI (Key Performance Indicator) improvement, reduction in costs and other efficiencies.

- Taking delivery of goods and supplies as and when necessary.

- Previous experience in manufacturing timber door set is preferable

- Forklift licence will be an advantage.

- Always follow the reporting structure

- Carry out all reasonable instructions as directed by your team leader.

Personal Attributes:

- Good time management

- A calm, level-headed approach

- Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, listening and communication skills.

- Dedicated, target oriented.

- Enthusiastic and team-focused.

- Looking to learn, develop and progress in the workplace.

- Adopt a flexible approach to working hours to suit the needs of the business, this may mean an element of weekend working.

Perks of the job role

Great working Hours

Plus 5% quarterly bonus

Benefits: Private medical insurance, increasing annual leave with service, additional annual leave salary sacrifice scheme, employee discount platform, med24 digital GP, EAP, Bike2work & more
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