CNC Operators for hire in Galway, County Galway

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    160

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    English
    6%
    CAD
    5%
    Assembly
    5%
  • Education level

    Bachelor's degree
    38%
    Vocational or technical training
    29%
    Master's degree
    17%
  • Years of experience

    6-10 years
    40%
    More than 10 years
    30%
    3-5 years
    20%
  • Current company

    • Medtronic
    • Zimmer Biomet
    • West Pharmaceutical Services
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year
    40%
    1-2 years
    20%
    2-5 years
    20%

Browse Indeed's database of 160 profiles for CNC Operators in Galway

Last updated: 12 Nov 2026

CNC Operator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Galway: €35,757 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from €33,678 – €37,965 yearly
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  • Injection Moulding Machine Operator

    Galway

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationB Driving LicenceManual Handling Certificate

    Skills

    Microsoft OfficeOrganisational SkillsCustomer ServiceDrivingLeadershipCommunication Skills
  • CNC Pressbrake Operator

    Galway

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsPress Brake MachineWeldingMaintenanceCraneCNC
  • ARFF Assistant/ Operations

    Galway

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsManual HandlingManual Handling ProtocolsMachiningMechanical KnowledgeCNC
  • Senior CNC Machinist

    Galway

    Licenses & certifications

    TIG WeldingSolidworksManual Handling Certificate

    Skills

    Stick WeldingTIG WeldingAluminiumMIG WeldingWeldingCarbon Steel
  • CNC Programmer/Toolmaker/Setter

    Galway

    Licenses & certifications

    CNC LatheCNCLatheMachiningTurningMachine Tool Set-Up+1 more

    Skills

    MazatrolGd&tCoordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs)Coordinate Measuring MachineDimensional InspectionDimensional Measurements
  • PRODUCTION OPERATOR

    Galway

    Licenses & certifications

    PSA LicenceManual Handling CertificateGMP

    Skills

    GMPPackingPackagingMachine OperationQuality InspectionMaintenance

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What's the average time to fill a CNC operator role?

The average time to fill a CNC operator role is 33 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do CNC operators tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a CNC operator include: english, CAD and assembly.

What licenses or certifications are common for CNC operators?

Common licenses or certifications for CNC operators include: Manual Handling Certificate, First Aid Certification and Lathe.

What are some job titles related to CNC operators?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to CNC operators include: PRODUCTION BUILDER, production operator and ARFF assistant/ operations.

What level of education is common for a CNC operator?

Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for a CNC operator in Galway, County Galway, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a CNC operator?

Most CNC operators have 8 years of professional experience.

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