Night CNC Machinist – Boeing Sheffield
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth.
At Boeing Sheffield, we engage the talent, pride and passion of people to be the leading manufacturer of flight critical, complex machined hardware to all of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. This culture engages our employees because their thoughts, ideas, and talents are valued.
Position Responsibilities:
* Set‑up / changeover and operate a range of Mill‑turn/ Twin Turret / Grinder or Sliding head machines and machining centers by installing and adjusting work holding, tooling and tool wear offsets.
* Efficiently and productively load and safely operate a range of CNC machines ensuring that downtime is minimised.
* Able to run multiple machines / set‑ups (multi‑task).
* Recognise, deploy, and properly use inserts, work holding, and tooling.
* Efficient identification of production process tool wear and timely adjustment, replacement of worn, broken or damaged cutting tools.
* Verify programs and settings using a range of measuring / inspection equipment and apply appropriate adjustments to maintain component quality.
* Provide timely feedback to the Line Manager on issues and any recommendations for process and/or quality improvement.
* Routinely electronically register and record all process operations on all machine tools being used and maintain results daily.
* Contribute to continuous improvement activities within the machining section.
* Ensure that daily / weekly / monthly maintenance tasks are carried out as required.
* Maintain a high level of housekeeping.
* Adhere to company procedure at all times.
* Support with any other ad‑hoc tasks where required.
* Carry out any other reasonable tasks as may be requested from time to time to support the business within various production areas, manufacturing facilities or elsewhere as may be required.
* Take a responsible and proactive approach to health, safety, and environmental risks in relation to your own role and control the risks or report them to the management team as appropriate.
* Train and mentor other machinists / apprentices on site.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
* A strong working knowledge of cutting tool setting and applications and competent with the use of complex fixtures.
* Used to working to tight tolerances in a wide range of materials.
* Able to read and interpret engineering drawings.
* Able to troubleshoot machining processes and work under own initiative.
* Train and mentor other machinists / apprentices on site.
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
* Comfortable working within an ISO 9001 controlled environment.
* Experience of working in a dynamic sub‑contract machining environment.
* FLT license desirable.
* Ability to reduce setup time and machining through process improvements.
* Understands and can perform workshift and tool wear compensation / offsets.
* Ability to perform basic mathematical computations (e.g., trigonometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions).
* Perform daily and regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on machinery.
* Communicates honestly, professionally, and respectfully with others and demonstrates effective listening skills.
* Experience of Aerospace machining and AS9100 requirements is desirable; other highly regulated industries will also be considered.
* Good level of numeracy and literacy.
* Good level of IT skills.
Typical Education/Experience: Time served machinist, with experience of CNC machines or an HNC qualified machinist.
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
Applicants must have current legal authorization to work immediately in the United Kingdom.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 27, 2025.
Export Control Requirements: This is not an Export Control position.
Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift: Night Shift (United Kingdom)
Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and encourage applicants to share any accommodations needed during the recruitment process.
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