About Mettis
We design, manufacture and assemble precision forged and machined components at our fully integrated facility in the heart of the UK. Our vision is not only to be the best at what we do but to continually set new standards in the industry by investing and innovating. That’s why we have been pioneers in our industry for over eighty years. We are forging the future today.
About the Role
As a CNC Machine Operator, you will play a key role within our machining division. Using your technical skills and attention to detail, you will set up, operate, and monitor 5-axis CNC milling machines to manufacture high-precision aerospace components. You will follow strict safety and quality standards and ensure all parts meet engineering specifications and customer requirements. You will support the full machining process, contributing to the production of mission-critical components for the Defence and Aerospace sectors.
As a condition of employment successful candidates are required to satisfy ITAR (International Traffic In Arms Regulations) compliance and must fulfil the following before commencing this role:
i. Currently hold the legal Right to Work in the UK
ii. Fulfil a DBS clearance
iii. Provide a consistent 5-year UK domicile
iv. Pass Drugs & Alcohol screening at the start of their Mettis employment
Scope and Responsibilities
To operate various machines in the Machining Cell (CNC Milling)
Operation of CNC milling machines (Heidenhain, Fanuc or Mazatrol controls)
Set up fixtures, tooling and programmes
Run machines as per SOPs and instructions
Quality control, & inspection of parts
Able to read and understand engineering drawings
Experience of programming is desirable
EHS PPE adherence
Accountabilities
Safety
- Compliance to policy (PPE etc)
- Risk Assessments
- Safe systems of work
- Housekeeping 5S
Quality
- Ensure the quality of parts
- Understanding of ISO 9001 and quality principles
- Inspection
Delivery
- Knowledge and experience operating CNC machine tools
- Understanding of component drawings
- To share expertise and knowledge throughout the machining division
- Improve cutting times
- Minimise scrap
- Reduce tooling costs
- Promote process improvements
People
- Responsive and agile
- Creative and innovative
- Communication, Involvement & Engagement
- Team communications
Business
- Active involvement and responsive to change
- Role model for the company’s Vision, Mission and Values
- Ambassador for Mettis Aerospace
Performance Measures
KPI’s / PI’s in line with accountabilities as agreed at PDR
Experience and Qualifications
- Experience with CNC machine tools (Heidenhain, Fanuc or Mazatrol controls)
Values and Behaviours
– Mutual Respect – we value everyone
– Empowerment – we deliver on our commitments
– Teamwork – we achieve more together
– Trust – we act with integrity
– Initiative – we find a way
– Serving our customers – we put our customers first
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: Redditch
Pay: £15.50 - £16.00 per hour, plus shift allowance of £333 per month
Scheduled Hours: Weekday nights: Monday - Thursday (08:00 - 18:00)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Redditch, Worcestershire
Benefits:
Pension: 3% Employer & 5% Employee contribution
Employee benefits, rewards, and wellbeing platform (Perkbox)
Free on-site parking
Cycle to work scheme
Bereavement leave
Company events
Employee referral programme
Sick pay
This job description is not exhaustive and may be reviewed periodically in agreement with the job holder. The postholder must comply with all policies and procedures issued by or on behalf of Mettis Aerospace.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Mettis Aerospace is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported.
External support
We recruit directly and primarily rely on direct applications and referrals. On occasions where agency support is needed, we engage only with agencies on our Preferred Supplier List.
Any speculative submissions from non‑PSL agencies will not be reviewed or accepted, and no introduction fees will apply.