Senior Manufacturing Technician

Senior Manufacturing Technician (Milling)

Tadcaster, UK

We're looking for a Senior Manufacturing Technician (Milling) to join our growing team in Tadcaster. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled machinist who thrives on precision, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.

If you're passionate about CNC machining, enjoy mentoring others, and want to play a key role in delivering high-quality engineered components, this role is for you.

As a senior member of the team, you'll take ownership of both production excellence and technical leadership, including:

• Setting up, programming, and operating CNC and manual milling machines
• Interpreting technical drawings and executing precise machining operations
• Ensuring equipment is calibrated, maintained, and running efficiently
• Conducting quality inspections using precision measuring tools
• Troubleshooting technical issues and driving machine performance improvements
• Monitoring production to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery
• Completing key documentation (work orders, inspection reports, maintenance logs)
• Collaborating with engineering and production teams to optimise processes
• Mentoring junior technicians and supporting team skill development
• Leading process improvements to boost productivity and reduce cycle times

• High-quality precision parts with minimal defects
• Efficient machine setup and repeatable processes
• Accurate inspection and quality reports
• Improved production performance and machine uptime
• Continuous improvement ideas that drive real results

Essential:

• Strong experience in a machine shop / precision engineering environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Expertise working to tight tolerances across various materials (steel, aluminium, etc.)
• Experience programming, setting, and operating CNC machines
• Qualifications in engineering (Apprenticeship, ONC/HNC) or equivalent experience
• Familiarity with controls such as Heidenhain, Mazatrol, or Ultimax

Desirable:

• CAD/CAM knowledge
• Lean manufacturing / 5S experience
• Experience producing bespoke or one-off components
• Crane lifting certification

This is more than just a machining role, you'll be a key player in shaping processes, improving performance, and developing others.