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CNC Operator

Blue Gulf Ship Builders L.L.C
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Full-time
Senior
Onsite
Discovered 5 days ago
CNC machine setup and operationReading technical drawings and nesting plansCNC program and material verificationDimensional inspection and measuring instrumentsMaterial yield and scrap reductionPreventive machine maintenance

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Role overview

CNC Operator role in manufacturing, fabrication, joinery, marine, or shipyard operations.

Work location is in person.

Qualifications and experience

  • At least 2–5 years of CNC operating experience in manufacturing, fabrication, joinery, marine, or shipyard operations.
  • Secondary education plus vocational or technical training in CNC machining, fabrication, or a related trade is preferred.

Machine setup and operation

  • Perform pre-start checks and set up CNC equipment, tooling, zero points, feeds, speeds, and approved parameters.
  • Load the correct material and approved CNC program, verify job identity, and monitor machining.
  • Make only authorized operating adjustments to maintain quality and productivity.

Drawing, program, and material verification

  • Read drawings, nesting plans, dimensions, and production instructions.
  • Verify drawing and program revisions, material grade or type, thickness, and dimensions before cutting.
  • Stop and report discrepancies before production continues.

Quality and material yield

  • Inspect finished components with appropriate measuring instruments and verify critical dimensions and profiles.
  • Identify, segregate, and report non-conforming components.
  • Optimize material use, identify reusable offcuts, and minimize scrap under material-control procedures.

Maintenance, safety, and records

  • Clean and perform operator-level preventive maintenance; report tool wear, abnormal vibration or noise, and machine faults.
  • Follow applicable guarding, emergency-stop, PPE, lifting, and lockout/tagout requirements.
  • Record output, machine time, downtime, scrap, and other required production information.

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