CNC Machinest - Turning 

About Dowson Food Machinery

Established in 1982, Dowson Food Machinery designs and manufactures robust industrial bakery equipment from its Keighley facility. We supply standard and bespoke machinery to leading bakeries in the UK and overseas.

We are looking for a practical, quality-focused CNC Machinist to set and operate CNC turning machines, produce accurate components from engineering drawings and inspect your own work.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC turning machines safely and efficiently.
• Carry out facing, parting, boring, threading, tapping and drilling.
• Use existing programs and make minor edits when required.
• Work accurately from engineering drawings and tolerances.
• Inspect finished components and maintain high quality standards.
• Keep your work area safe and organised, support stock control and meet production targets.

Machinery and Development

Work with Haas, Eumach and Dah Lih CNC machines. Programs are provided, with some editing required. You will receive practical training to develop your setting and programming skills.

What We Are Looking For

• GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above, or equivalent.
• Apprentice-trained, time-served or able to demonstrate equivalent practical machining experience gained through the trade.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and work accurately to tolerances.
• A safe, organised and dependable approach.
• Ability to meet production timescales and take pride in quality.
• CNC turning, setting or operating experience is desirable.

Working Hours

Monday to Thursday: 8.00 am–4.20 pm
Friday: 8.00 am–2.00 pm
Overtime: Available on weekdays and weekends.

What We Offer

• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with some leave reserved for the Christmas shutdown.
• Workplace pension, Death-in-service cover and MediCash health plan for eligible healthcare costs, including dental and optical care.
• Employee Assistance Programme with counselling support for you and your household.
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Training and development