CNC Machinist

Excellent opportunity for a college trained engineer to build a career in CNC machining.

Have you recently completed an NVQ Level 2 or 3, HNC or HND in Mechanical Engineering?

This role is ideal for someone who has gained machining experience during their studies and is eager to pursue CNC machining as a full-time career.

Working with experienced engineers, you will help manufacture high-quality, precision-engineered components for a wide range of industries.

As a CNC Machinist, you will:

• Learn to set and operate CNC lathes and milling machines
• Work from engineering drawings and specifications
• Assist with machine set-ups and tooling changes
• Produce high-quality precision components
• Carry out quality checks and inspections
• Develop your understanding of CNC programming
• Gain experience working on small batch and one-off components
• Learn from experienced machinists and engineers

We would like to hear from candidates who:

• Have recently completed an NVQ Level 2 or 3, HNC or HND in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• Have some practical workshop, manufacturing, or machining experience through college, apprenticeships, work placements, or employment
• Can read or are keen to learn how to read engineering drawings
• Are comfortable using computers and willing to learn CNC controls and programming
• Have a positive attitude and strong willingness to learn
• Are reliable, enthusiastic, and keen to build a long-term engineering career

Apprentice-trained candidates are particularly encouraged to apply

This is a friendly, growing engineering company with an excellent reputation for quality and customer service. Staff retention is very high, creating a supportive environment where people are given the opportunity to learn, develop, and progress their careers.

• Life assurance (2 x salary)
• Personal accident insurance cover
• Ongoing training and development
• Opportunity to learn CNC programming and advance your career

Ideal for a recent mechanical engineering college leaver, apprentice, or junior engineer looking to take their first step into CNC machining and manufacturing.