CNC Machinists (Grinders and EDM Operators) required for Weekend Day Shift – 05:45 – 17:45 (Fri–Sun) to join a well-established, growing manufacturer supplying high-precision components to the aerospace and power generation industries.
We’ve partnered with this business for over 20 years, and they’re known for their excellent working environment, strong leadership, and long-term career prospects.
What’s on offer
* £18.38 per hour (including shift allowance)
* 36 hours - Weekends only
* Bonus scheme
* Overtime available and paid at enhanced rates
* 26 days holiday + 7 bank holidays
* Permanent, secure role with a growing manufacturer
The role
You’ll operate CNC machinery to produce high-quality, precision components, ensuring all work meets strict quality and customer standards.
Key responsibilities include:
* Operating CNC Grinding or EDM Machines, ensuring that parts are machined in accordance with the agreed method specification.
* Attain machine setting skills to enable machine set ups in line with Company requirements
* Understanding of engineering drawings, ensuring that fixtures are correctly aligned.
* Inspecting parts in line with quality procedures and taking any necessary, approved, action to resolve quality issues
* Operating CMM machines to support inspection requirement.
* Consistently achieving all targets (production, quality, housekeeping etc), as set by the Cell Manager
* Adherence to all company policy’s and procedures, including SOX, Code of Conduct and Health and Safety.
* Working in full compliance with quality, safety and company procedures
Requirements for the position of the CNC Operator:
* Demonstrated experience in CNC machining and/or a strong academic background in engineering, ideally supported by a recognised machining apprenticeship.
* Previous experience working with metal components.
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
* Proficient in conducting self-inspection of machined components using manual measurement tools.
Desirables:
* Previous experience in CNC Grinding or EDM is advantageous but not essential.
* Experience within an Aerospace sector is advantageous.
* Positive attitude and a keenness to learn.
* Experience with CNC programme editing or basic G code adjustments.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
* Strong problem solving mindset.
Please note: Sponsorship is not available. Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK