The Company
You'll be joining a cutting‑edge manufacturing business operating at the intersection of CNC machining and metal additive manufacturing. The team supports high‑performance programmes across many exciting sectors. With an AS9100‑certified quality system and a culture built around precision, pace, and pride, this is an environment where craftsmanship and technical excellence truly matter.
Your New Role
This position offers the chance to work in a highly technical, hands‑on setting where you'll take ownership of one‑off and short‑run components from set‑up through to final inspection. You'll operate within a small, fast‑moving team that mirrors the mindset of an elite machine shop - delivering complex parts right first time under demanding lead times.
Key Responsibilities
* Full responsibility for tool set‑up, 5‑axis machining, in‑process verification, and final inspection
* Developing workholding and proving out set‑ups.
* Achieving and maintaining tolerances of ≤0.05 mm across titanium, aluminium, stainless steel, and nickel alloys
* Selecting and optimising tooling, feeds, and speeds to balance quality, cycle time, and tool life
* Measuring and recording dimensions using micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, FARO arm, and gauges in line with AS9100 requirements
* Working closely with AM, programming, and QA teams to ensure right‑first‑time delivery
What you need to succeed:
* 2-3 years' experience setting and operating 5‑axis CNC milling centres
* Strong understanding of machining processes and tooling selection
* Confident working under pressure with minimal supervision
* Clear communicator with a proactive, problem‑solving mindset
* Genuine interest in producing complex, high‑performance components
The Rewards
This is a rare opportunity to work at the forefront of advanced manufacturing, producing components that perform in some of the most demanding environments. Competitive salary on offer and an excellent work environment.
What you need to do now
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Desired Skills and Experience
cnc milling, cnc 5 axis
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