NEOS Engineering Recruitment
CNC Plate Machine Operator - Portrush
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Location: Portrush, Northern Ireland
Salary: £40,000 – £46,000 + Overtime + Relocation Payment
NEOS Engineering Recruitment are looking for an experienced CNC Plate Machine Operator to join a rapidly expanding engineering manufacturer based near Portrush.
You will operate CNC machinery used to cut, drill and process steel plate for fabricated structures and modular manufacturing projects.
The Role
- Set and operate CNC plate-processing machinery.
- Load programs and confirm machine settings.
- Process steel plate against drawings and production schedules.
- Check dimensions, hole positions and finished components.
- Load and unload materials safely.
- Carry out basic machine checks and routine maintenance.
- Identify and report machine or quality issues.
- Maintain accurate production records.
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The Candidate
- Previous CNC plate-machine operating experience.
- Experience with plasma, oxy-fuel, drilling or plate-processing equipment.
- Able to read engineering drawings.
- Confident using measuring equipment.
- Knowledge of steel fabrication and material grades.
- Strong awareness of health and safety.
- Experience with Ficep, Peddinghaus or similar equipment is advantageous.
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The Benefits
- £40,000 – £46,000 basic salary.
- Overtime available.
- Relocation payment.
- Permanent position.
- Training on specialist equipment.
- Career progression.
Apply today or contact NEOS Engineering Recruitment for more information.
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