Skilled CNC Horizontal Machining Centre Programmer/Operator Location: Middlesbrough, Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £37,000-£45,000 per year overtime & benefits My Client is an award-winning subcontract machining facility based in Teesside who specialise in bespoke machining operations and complete turn-key engineering project solutions. This is supported by a CAD/CAM design and manufacturing facility and Faro Arm inspection capability. They supply precision components to a wide range of industries, including: Marine * Mining * Oil & Gas * Petrochemical * Steel Foundry * Nuclear The Role Due to continued growth, we are seeking a highly skilled CNC Machinist to program and operate a Horizontal Machining Centre. This is a key role within our production team, offering excellent earning potential and long-term career development. Essential Skills & Experience Ability to work independently and interpret engineering drawings to ISO 9001:2015 quality standards Minimum qualification: BTEC & NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent time-served Mechanical Engineer Proven ability to program, set, and operate CNC machines from drawings and instructions Experience with Fanuc controls advantageous (training provided if required) Ability to set tool offsets Competence in inspecting work using standard measuring equipment Experience cutting exotic materials such as phosphor bronze, duplex, and Inconel Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to support colleagues and supervisors to improve production, efficiency, and safety Lead Hand capability: assisting with job planning, tooling issues, and general production support Benefits Excellent overtime rates with high earning potential Flexible shift patterns (day or night shifts where possible) Enhanced annual leave flexibility Company pension scheme Life assurance Additional leave Company events On-site parking Requirements Ability to reliably commute to or relocate to Middlesbrough TS6 6XH Minimum 2 years' CNC programming experience INDTW