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CNC Operator
- Salary$27 - $30 per hour
- LocationChristchurch
- Job type Temporary
- Discipline Manufacturing/ Processing/ Factory
- Reference316123
CNC Machine Operator
Tradestaff is looking for a reliable CNC Machine Operator to join a busy joinery production environment in Christchurch. This is a practical machine-operating role suited to someone who enjoys hands-on work, can follow instructions accurately, and wants to build further experience in joinery manufacturing.
Location: Christchurch, Christchurch
Start date: Immediate start
Pay rate: $27–$30 per hour + weekly pay
What You'll Be Doing
Why Tradestaff
We’re a trusted recruitment partner with over 3 decades of experience in matching skilled tradies with great opportunities. We’re also proud members of the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (RCSA) of Australia and New Zealand, which means we’re committed to high standards and ethical practices.
Tradestaff is looking for a reliable CNC Machine Operator to join a busy joinery production environment in Christchurch. This is a practical machine-operating role suited to someone who enjoys hands-on work, can follow instructions accurately, and wants to build further experience in joinery manufacturing.
Location: Christchurch, Christchurch
Start date: Immediate start
Pay rate: $27–$30 per hour + weekly pay
What You'll Be Doing
- Operate a CNC machine for day-to-day joinery production
- Load and position materials ready for machining
- Run pre-programmed jobs and follow production instructions
- Monitor the machine throughout each production cycle
- Check finished components for accuracy and quality
- Handle materials and completed pieces safely
- Keep the machine and surrounding work area clean and organised
- Previous CNC operating, joinery, or manufacturing experience is preferred but not essential
- Comfortable working with machinery in a production environment
- Able to follow instructions and complete tasks accurately
- Practical, hands-on approach with good attention to detail
- Reliable, punctual, and willing to learn
- Strong awareness of workplace health and safety
- Able to work effectively as part of a production team
- Potential for ongoing and longer-term opportunities
- Gain practical experience within joinery manufacturing
- Opportunity to develop your CNC machine-operating skills
- Work alongside an experienced production team
- Hands-on role within a busy manufacturing environment
- PPE provided where required
- Support from the Christchurch Tradestaff team throughout your assignment
Why Tradestaff
We’re a trusted recruitment partner with over 3 decades of experience in matching skilled tradies with great opportunities. We’re also proud members of the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (RCSA) of Australia and New Zealand, which means we’re committed to high standards and ethical practices.