CNC Machinist

CNC Borer / Driller (Long Cycle time Precision Gun Boring) – machine cross training can be given but you should be familiar with setting and operating fanuc or Siemens controlled CNC Machinery (Mills?).

If you're an apprentice-trained or time-served engineer looking for a precision role where you can program, set and operate machinery on long cycle-time precision gun boring, and take real ownership of quality, this could be a great fit. You'll join a dynamic subcontract machining team producing high-tolerance components for sectors including aerospace, oil & gas, nuclear, automotive and general engineering – with scope for significant overtime and a 12pm Friday finish as part of a 38-hour week.

Due to expansion this long-established and respected engineering company has an opportunity is recruiting a Precision Driller. You'll play a key role in the drilling and manufacture of machined parts to the highest quality standards, working with sophisticated machinery, hand tools and standard measuring equipment.

• Long cycle-time precision drilling / precision gun boring to tight tolerances
• Programming, setting and operating CNC machines (Fanuc/Siemens controls)
• Machine alignments and maintaining a consistently high standard of workmanship
• CNC turning, CNC milling and CNC grinding (including surface grinding where required)
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and processes
• Using standard measuring equipment and checking work against specification
• Working with components and free‑issue material of varying qualities
• Complying with all relevant H&S requirements
• Maintaining ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards throughout the process

• Apprentice trained or time-served engineer
• Strong understanding of precision machining and engineering
• Hard‑working, extremely reliable, proactive problem‑solver and strong team player
• Able to work with minimal supervision; flexible with working hours when needed to meet deadlines

• Competitive basic salary
• Scope for significant overtime
• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Company bonus scheme (subject to qualifying period)
• 38-hour working week, 12pm finish on a Friday
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

This is a permanent job with a starting salary dependant on experience. You must have current UK right to work to be considered.