Machine Tool Operator
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Coylton |
| Area | South Ayrshire, Scotland |
| Sector | Manufacturing |
| Salary | £40k - 43k per year |
| Currency | gbp |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | 130018 |
| Job Views | 5 |
- Description
Machine Tool Operator (Set/Program/Operate)
Location: Coylton, Ayrshire (on-site)
Rate: from £19.00 per hour DOE
Shifts: 2-week rotation
Days (2 weeks): Mon-Thu 06:00-14:30, Fri 06:00-13:00
Backs (2 weeks): Mon-Wed 14:30-01:00, Thu 14:30-00:00
(No Friday on backshift unless overtime)
Overtime: x1.5 Mon-Sat, x2 on rare Sundays
Travel: Public transport limited. Own transport essential.
Equipment/Controls:
- New Ibarmia with Heidenhaincontrols
- Additional machine on Hurcocontrols
- Materials: primarily steel and alloys
- Working from dimensional reports and engineering drawings
Role overview
Hands-on operator able to set, program and run CNC milling equipment. You'll own the cell on shift, producing quality parts to spec, keeping tight tolerances and accurate records. Work is mainly oil & gas, with some aerospace projects.
Key responsibilities
- Set, program and operate via Heidenhain(Ibarmia) and/or Hurco
- Produce first-offs, run in-process checks, and hold tolerance
- Adjust tooling/offsets;complete basic maintenance and housekeeping
- Interpret drawings and dimensional reports;record results clearly
- Work safely and efficiently across day and back shifts
Requirements
- Proven CNC machining background with Heidenhainand/or Hurco
- Confident programming at the control from drawings
- Able to read drawings, use measurement tools, and maintain quality standards
- Reliable, safety-first approach; right to work in the UK
- Own transport due to limited public transport to site
- Nice to have
- Fusion 360 for offline programming (advantage, not essential)
- Exposure to oil & gas and/or aerospace standards

