CNC Machinist
Salary: Up to £48,000 per annum (including shift uplift)
Location: 10-minute drive from Uxbridge, Middlesex
Hours: Continental Shifts – Early: 06:00–16:00 / Late: 12:00–22:00
Pattern: Rotation between early and late shifts (no consecutive weeks) – 177 working days per year, approx. 25 weekends
Start Date: ASAP
Type: Permanent
This is a brilliant opportunity to join a globally recognised, multi-award-winning engineering company near Uxbridge, producing low-batch, high-precision safety components for the Aerospace and Defence sectors.
As a CNC Machinist, you'll work in a fast-paced CNC department operating a variety of machines, contributing to the production of critical components in a high-spec environment.
Benefits:
* Up to £48,000 per annum (including shift allowance)
* Annual company bonus
* 9% non-contributory pension scheme
* Healthcare cash plan and life assurance
* Continental shift pattern with balanced work-life schedule
* Strong commitment to training and professional development
CNC Machinist Responsibilities:
* Setting and operating CNC mills and lathes (Bridgeport, Hurco, Protrack)
* Editing G&M programs directly at the machine when required
* Producing low-volume, high-precision components
* Operating CMM machinery and interpreting CMM drawings
* Performing basic machine and tool maintenance
* Self-inspecting and deburring components to high standards
* Supporting lean manufacturing practices and process improvements
CNC Machinist Requirements:
* Several years’ experience as a CNC Machinist (milling and/or turning)
* Confident setting and operating multi-axis machines
* Ability to self-inspect using standard measurement tools
* Experience reading CMM reports
* Mechanical apprenticeship (ideal but not essential)
* Familiarity with 5S, Continuous Improvement, Kanban, or CMM inspection is a plus
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