CNC MANUFACTURING ENGINEER – Irlam
People Solutions are currently recruiting for a CNC Manufacturing Engineer to join our well-established client based in Irlam. This is a fantastic permanent opportunity offering excellent rates of pay and genuine room to grow and progress within a forward-thinking engineering business.
Shifts
• Monday to Friday
• 08:00 – 16:30 (flexibility available)
Salary
• From £35,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Benefits
As a CNC Manufacturing Engineer, you will receive:
• Permanent contract from day one
• Site canteen
• Free on-site parking
• Long-term career development opportunities
Day-to-Day Duties
As a CNC Manufacturing Engineer, your duties will include (but are not limited to):
• Programming, setting, and operating CNC lathes, machining centres, and CNC routers
• Planning machining processes by reviewing work orders, engineering drawings, and materials
• Interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T)
• Entering and editing ISO programs including zero/reference points, offsets, and tool registers
• Calculating machining requirements using mathematics, geometry, and trigonometry
• Setting up machines including chucks, collets, vices, vacuum beds, trunnions, tools, and attachments
• Verifying first-run parts and ensuring adherence to quality standards
• Troubleshooting machining processes and adjusting/reprogramming controls where necessary
• Sharpening and replacing worn tooling
• Completing preventive maintenance and reporting faults
• Maintaining accurate documentation using job cards, timesheets, or SAP systems
• Following all health and safety regulations
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce costs
• Occasional travel to UK sites and Romania if required
Essential Skills
To be successful as a CNC Manufacturing Engineer, you will need:
• Ability to read, understand, and edit ISO programs for turning and milling
• Strong technical engineering knowledge including reading engineering drawings and GD&T
• Experience selecting appropriate tooling and inserts
• Experience programming and setting CNC machinery
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
Desirable Experience
• FANUC milling and/or turning experience
• Doosan EZ Guide programming experience
• Edgecam software experience
• 5-axis milling experience
• Driven tool turning experience
• Experience machining composites
• Prototrak programming experience
Training Provided
• Industry-related training with ongoing support throughout
Apply
If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity as a CNC Manufacturing Engineer, apply today by clicking the link below or contact our recruitment team to find out more.
People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.