CNC Machinist

CNC Machinist

Bath, Somerset

Full Time, Permanent.

37 hours per week

Hourly rate: £25.33 an hour (basic + shift included in rate)

* Nights:
Sun 10.30pm to 6am (Mon to Thurs 10pm to 6am)

* Lates:
Mon to Thurs 2pm to 10pm (1:30 to 9pm Friday)

* Earlies:
Mon to Fri 6am to 2pm (1.30pm Friday)

Benefits include:
Pension – automatic 5% matched contribution (up to 8% matched), Life Cover x4 salary, 25 days holiday, plus an additional day at 5,10, 15, 20 and 25 years – a maximum of 30 days, Simply Health, Company bonus scheme, Enhanced paternity and maternity leave

Adeptus are proud to be partnered with a precision engineering and manufacturing company specialising in the design and production of systems and components for military and safety-critical applications.

Role Overview

Set up and operate CNC machinery to manufacture high-precision components in line with engineering specifications, quality standards, and production targets.

Key Responsibilities

* Set and operate CNC milling, turning, and/or mill-turn machines using proven programs

* Support program proving, tooling validation, and new process introduction alongside engineering teams

* Perform minor CNC program edits where required

* Produce first-off components for inspection and liaise with quality to resolve issues

* Work to defined inspection plans and quality requirements

* Capture production and process data (e.g. SPC, OEE)

* Contribute to continuous improvement activities

* Train and support colleagues as part of a multi-skilled team environment

Requirements

* Proven experience in CNC machining of high-precision components

* Experience with milling, turning, and/or mill-turn processes

* Strong knowledge of Fanuc controls

* Background in low-volume, high-value manufacturing environments

* Ability to work with a range of materials including solids, castings, and forgings

* Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail

* Additional machining skills (manual machining, grinding, EDM, etc.) are an advantage