CNC Operator
Job in
Southend-on-sea, Southend, Essex County, SS2, England, UK
Listed on 2026-03-05
Listing for:
Prime Appointments
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-03-05
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
CNC Machinist, Manufacturing Production, Manufacturing Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
CNC Operator
Location:
Southend-on-Sea, Essex
Salary: up to 38,500 per annum depending on experience
Hours:
Monday-Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm Friday 8:00am-1:00pm
Our client, a global leader in aerospace component manufacturing, is looking to recruit an experienced CNC Operator / CNC Miller to join their growing manufacturing team in Southend-on-Sea.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled machinist with CNC milling experience who enjoys working with precision-engineered components in a high-quality aerospace environment.
Key Responsibilities- Operate CNC milling machines, including horizontal and vertical machining centres
- Manufacture small-batch precision aerospace components
- Work to tight tolerances following detailed engineering drawings
- Use precision measuring equipment to verify component accuracy
- Carry out drilling, deburring, finishing, and packing of machined parts
- Maintain high standards of quality, accuracy, and safety
- Support other manufacturing areas including assembly, fabrication, and machine shop functions
- Proven experience as a CNC Operator or CNC Miller
- Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Experience working with metal materials
- Competent working with metric and imperial measurements
- Experience using inspection and measuring equipment
- Computer literate with a methodical and detail-oriented approach
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
Desirable
- Aerospace or automotive manufacturing experience
- Formal CNC training or apprenticeship
- GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)
- Salary up to 38,500 depending on experience
- 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Health care scheme
- Employee assistance programme
- Free gym membership
- On-site parking
- On-site caf and social club
Candidates requiring visa sponsorship cannot be considered for this role.
For more information or to apply, please contact Julia at Prime Appointments or submit your application via the link
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