CMM Technician

CNC Recruitment Limited; Chard Town; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

6.6 weeks holiday

Health & wellbeing programme

On-site canteen

Air conditioned facility

Job summary

CNC Recruitment Limited is partnering with a well-established precision engineering manufacturer to recruit an experienced CMM Inspector / Quality Inspector in Chard. This role focuses on ensuring components meet exact customer specifications using CMM equipment and inspection tools.

You will program and operate CMMs such as Axiom, Azimuth, Extol and Baty, perform first-off and in-process inspections, interpret drawings and GD&T, and support internal and external quality audits in a busy

Qualifications

• Experience in CNC machining or precision engineering.

Responsibilities

• Programme and operate CMM equipment.

Skills

CNC background

CMM programming

GD&T reading

Inspection tools

Tools

Axiom

Azimuth

Extol

Baty

Job description

Location: Chard

Salary: £36,000 – £42,000 DOE

Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time

Hours: Monday – Thursday 8am – 5pm Friday 8am – 1pm

The Opportunity

CNC Recruitment are working with a well-established precision engineering manufacturer to recruit an experienced CMM Inspector / Quality Inspector. This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern manufacturing business producing high-precision machined components for the aerospace sector.

We are looking for a quality-focused individual with a strong CNC manufacturing background who is confident using CMM equipment and a wide range of inspection tools to ensure components meet exact customer specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Programme and operate CMM equipment, including Axiom, Azimuth, Extol and Baty systems.
• Carry out first-off, in-process, final and audit inspections on precision-machined components.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T and customer specifications.
• Produce inspection reports and First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR/AS9102).
• Identify non-conformances and support root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Work closely with CNC machining, production and engineering teams to maintain quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001 and customer quality requirements.
• Maintain calibration records and ensure inspection equipment remains fully compliant.
• Support internal and external quality audits.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities across the manufacturing process.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience within a CNC machining or precision engineering environment.
• Proven CMM programming and operating experience (essential).
• Strong understanding of precision machining processes and manufactured components.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Experience using manual inspection equipment including micrometers, verniers, height gauges and bore gauges.
• Good IT skills and experience producing quality documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail with a methodical approach.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Aerospace manufacturing experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer

• Permanent, full-time position on a day shift.
• Salary of £36,000 – £42,000, depending on experience.
• Modern, air-conditioned manufacturing facility.
• Excellent working environment with high Health & Safety standards.
• Company pension scheme (3% employer contribution).
• 6.6 weeks annual leave (including bank holidays).
• Company sick pay scheme (after qualifying period).Long service holiday rewards.
• Health & wellbeing programme.
• Company events and on-site canteen