Job Description
CNC Machinist \n\nSalary: £16ph - £17ph\nLocation: Near Uxbridge, London\nHours: 8:00am – 5:00pm (Monday to Thursday), 8:00am – 12:00pm (Friday)\nInterview Process: One-stage interview\nStart Date: ASAP\n\nJoin one of the UK’s leading aerospace and defence manufacturers, where you’ll be machining precision components used in life-saving systems across military aviation platforms. This is a hands-on role in a world-class environment – ideal for a CNC Machinist who enjoys variety and precision in both CNC and manual techniques.\n\n CNC Machinist Benefits:\nSalary up to £16ph- £17ph\n\n1.5x overtime available (5–10 hours per week)\n\nFantastic company pension scheme\n\nHealthcare plan\n\nEarly Friday finish for better work-life balance\n\nOpportunity to work on aerospace-grade precision components\n\nClean, modern facility with a long-term development pathway\n\nCNC Machinist Duties:\nSet and operate multi-axis CNC mills and lathes (Bridgeport, Hurco, Protrack)\n\nEdit programmes at the machine – no offline programming required\n\nProduce high-precision, low-batch components to tight tolerances\n\nCarry out self-inspection using micrometres, verniers, gauges etc.\n\nPerform deburring and finishing to ensure components meet spec\n\nMentor and support apprentices and trainees\n\nConduct basic maintenance on tools and machines\n\nCNC Machinist Profile:\nStrong CNC and manual machining background\n\nConfident with setting and operating mills and lathes\n\nFamiliarity with precision manual machining (grinding, drilling etc.)\n\nProven experience using inspection equipment and working to drawings\n\nDeburring knowledge and quality-first approach to all tasks\n\nApply Now:\nIf you think this role sounds like a fit for your experience, click apply or contact Syntech Recruitment today.\n\n Application Process: We aim to respond to all applicants within 5 working days. If you do not hear from us in that time, please consider your application unsuccessful.\nPrivacy & Data Retention: By applying, you consent to the secure storage and use of your personal data for recruitment purposes, in line with our Privacy Policy.\nSyntech Recruitment Ltd: We act as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.\n\nINDB