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📍 Location: Bradford, BD8

💷 Pay: From £13.00 on days and £14.00 on afternoons and nights

⏰ Job Type: Full-time

Our client, based in BD8, is seeking an experienced CNC Machine Operator to join their team on a temp-to-perm basis.

Responsibilities:

Essential: Proven experience operating both PACER and AXYZ flatbed CNCs
Check and action programmes (DXF files) for AXYZ and Pacer CNCs
Create/edit cut files (advantageous)
Machine materials including MDF, acrylic, composites, and more
Plan and organise workload independently
Liaise confidently with other departments and line managers
Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workspace
Follow all health & safety protocols
Overtime available when required
Forklift licence is an advantage

Requirements:

Minimum 2 years' CNC operating experience (AXYZ & Pacer essential)
Strong attention to detail and ability to work unsupervised
Physically able to stand for long periods and lift heavy objects
Must be able to commute to Bradford BD8 8ERReference R02

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