Aerospace CNC Machinist - 5-Axis, Nights, Training

Morson Talent; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Training opportunities

Long-term contract

Job summary

Morson Talent is recruiting CNC Machinists for GKN Aerospace at the Western Approach facility. You will operate CNC routers and 5-axis Zimmermann machines to produce composite and metallic parts for aircraft programs, with a Level 2 qualification mandatory and night shifts offered.

Expect training periods, competitive pay, and opportunities in advanced composite manufacturing. This long-term contracting role includes overtime and shift pattern variety.

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualification (NVQ or City & Guilds) – mandatory
• Experience setting and operating CNC machines
• Siemens 840D knowledge beneficial but not essential

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and machine composite and metallic aircraft components up to 15 metres
• Operate CNC routers and 5-axis Zimmerman drilling/fettling gantry machines
• Use Renishaw probing systems and cutter tool-setting equipment
• Load and set fixtures and tooling on CNC machinery
• Work to aircraft drawings, specifications and quality standards
• Follow Health & Safety, COSHH and risk assessment procedures
• Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement activities
• Work effectively within small operational teams
• Undertake training in advanced composite manufacturing techniques

Skills

CNC Machining

Night shift

Attention to detail

Education

Level 2 NVQ/City & Guilds or apprenticeship

Tools

Siemens 840D

Job description

Morson Talent is recruiting CNC Machinists for GKN Aerospace at the Western Approach facility. You will operate CNC routers and 5-axis Zimmermann machines to produce composite and metallic parts for aircraft programs, with a Level 2 qualification mandatory and night shifts offered.

Expect training periods, competitive pay, and opportunities in advanced composite manufacturing. This long-term contracting role includes overtime and shift pattern variety.