CNC Operative , Somerset

Bramley Aerospace is looking for an experienced CNC Operative to join its precision machine shop in Martock, Somerset. This is a hands-on role for someone who can set and operate CNC milling or turning machines to produce high-quality aerospace components to tight tolerances.

• Reporting to:
  Works Manager
• Location:
  
  Martock, Somerset (on-site, full-time)
• Commute:
  Within sensible commuting distance
• Contract:
  
  Permanent, full-time
• Hours:
  
  Monday to Friday, standard day shift (overtime as required)
• Experience needed: CNC machining experience and ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T notation.
• Ideal candidate: A practical, detail-focused CNC Operative who can work accurately to drawings, maintain high standards and support a busy production team

BPA operates a CNC machine shop producing high-precision aerospace components to tight tolerances and strict quality standards. We supply Leonardo Helicopters and GKN Aerospace — customers whose requirements leave no room for error.

We are looking for a skilled, experienced CNC operative who can set, operate, and if required programme CNC milling or turning machines to the standards our customers demand. Quality, consistency, and attention to detail are non-negotiable.

• Set up and operate CNC milling and/or turning machines (3-axis and above) to produce components from engineering drawings.
• Work to tight tolerances and aerospace quality standards (AS9100 environment).
• Carry out in-process inspection using standard metrology equipment (verniers, micrometers, CMM as appropriate).
• Maintain accurate job card reporting.
• Identify and report tooling wear, machine faults, and non-conformances promptly.
• Contribute to 5S housekeeping and FOD (Foreign Object Damage) prevention.
• Liaise with Works Manager and Quality on first-off approvals and concession requests.
• Support programming and process improvement activities where capability exists.

• Demonstrable experience setting and operating CNC milling or turning centres (Fanuc, Heidenhain, or equivalent).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T notation.
• Experience working in an aerospace, defence, or similarly regulated manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with in-process inspection and quality documentation.
• Exposure to CAM programming (Mastercam, Edgecam or similar) is advantageous.
• Reliable, time-served, and methodical. Shortcuts in aerospace get people hurt.
• Based within 30 minutes of Martock Trading Estate.

You will be working in a busy machine shop producing low-volume, high-precision components. The environment is professional, the standards are high, and the team is small. If you are used to high-volume repetitive production, this will be a step up in technical complexity.

BPA is an equal opportunities employer. We are not using agencies for these roles. Speculative agency submissions will not be accepted.