Cnc Machinist

The Company
Our client is a well-established precision engineering manufacturer producing high-quality, low-volume components for a range of highly regulated industries. With continued investment in machinery, people and continuous improvement, they offer a modern manufacturing environment and excellent long-term career prospects.

The Role
Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an experienced CNC Machinist to join their machine shop. This is a hands-on role involving the programming, setting and operation of CNC machine tools, manufacturing precision components to engineering drawings within a low-volume, high-quality production environment.

This will be on a double day shift pattern.

Key Responsibilities

* Program, set and operate CNC milling or turning machines.

* Manufacture precision components to engineering drawings and tight tolerances.

* Produce low-volume, high-quality machined parts.

* Manufacture and modify jigs, fixtures and tooling.

* Carry out first-off and in-process inspection using precision measuring equipment.

* Read and interpret engineering drawings.

* Record production activity using the company's ERP system.

* Work to production schedules and agreed machining times.

* Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

* Maintain high standards of quality, housekeeping and health & safety.

The Candidate

Previous experience programming, setting and operating CNC milling or turning machines.

A strong precision engineering background.

Experience working to tight tolerances from engineering drawings.

Good knowledge of inspection techniques using measuring equipment.

A proactive attitude with excellent attention to detail.

Experience within low-volume, high-precision manufacturing.

The Package
Salary is up to £46,000 including shift premium

Company pension.

Life assurance.

Healthcare cashback scheme.

Employee Assistance Programme.

Cycle to Work scheme.

Ongoing training and development.

Generous holiday allowance with the option to purchase additional leave.

Employee discount scheme.

Long-term career progression within a stable and growing engineering business