CNC Machinist

We are looking for an experienced CNC Programmer / CNC Machinist to join our growing client, supporting a wider mechanical engineering and fabrication operation.

The machine shop currently consists of three CNC milling machines and three CNC lathes
, with a small, skilled team of machinists. The successful candidate will play a key role in programming, setting, and machining components used in fixtures, jigs, machines, and engineered assemblies
.

• Programming, setting, and operating CNC mills and CNC lathes
• Working on a mix of offline CAM programming and on-machine conversational programming
• Producing high-quality components from engineering drawings
• Machining one-off or low-volume parts (typically one-offs and two-offs)
• Programming using Hurco and OneCNC
• Using a variety of CNC equipment including XYZ machines (Flexible on machine experience)
• Working to tight tolerances and high engineering standards
• Supporting the wider workshop where required including:
  • Basic fitting
  • Occasional welding or fabrication support
• Contributing ideas to improve machining methods and efficiency

• Machine shop supporting an engineering and machine fabrication business
• Components include:
  • Fixtures and jigs
  • Machine parts and sub-assemblies
  • Custom engineered components
• 3-axis CNC milling
• CNC turning
• Conversational and CAM-based programming

You will be an experienced, hands-on machinist who is comfortable owning jobs from programming through to finished component.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in CNC programming (not just setter/operator)
• Strong background in CNC Milling and Turning
• Experience with offline CAM programming and on-machine conversational programming
• Ability to interpret detailed engineering drawings
• Practical problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Willingness to assist with basic fitting or fabrication tasks when required

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