CNC 5 axis Machinist

Rolls-royce; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Employee support assistance

Employee discounts

Career development programmes

Job summary

Rolls-Royce is seeking a CNC 5-Axis Machinist for its Defence Manufacturing Facility in Bristol. The role focuses on setting and operating CNC milling machines to produce lift fan components with high quality, safety and precision.

You will join a skilled team in a fully on-site, five-day-per-week shift pattern and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. The successful candidate will have completed an engineering apprenticeship with an NVQ Level 3, proven CNC milling experience, and

Qualifications

• Completed an engineering apprenticeship with an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• Experience setting and operating CNC milling machines, loading programmes and managing machining cycles.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and manufacturing instructions.
• Strong mechanical/technical skills with understanding of CAD/CAM; experience with Fanuc controls is advantageous.
• Good maths, problem-solving and attention to detail; able to identify and resolve machining or quality issues.
• Awareness of health, safety and environmental requirements with commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Setting and operating CNC milling machines; prepare tooling, load programmes and adjust machining parameters to specifications.
• Prepare and secure components, fixtures and tools per instructions and quality standards.
• Inspect finished components using appropriate measuring equipment to ensure drawings are met.
• Maintain machinery, tooling and equipment through routine checks and preventative maintenance.
• Complete production, quality and maintenance documentation accurately.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement to enhance machining efficiency and product quality.

Skills

CNC Milling

Reading Drawings

CAD/CAM

Fanuc Controls

Problem Solving

Education

NVQ Level 3 Apprenticeship

Tools

Fanuc Controls

CAD/CAM software

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a CNC 5-Axis Machinist to join our Defence Manufacturing Facility in Bristol. Working within our LiftWorks manufacturing team, you will play a key role in producing lift fan components that support the Joint Strike Fighter Engine Module. Reporting to the Production Leader, you will be responsible for setting and operating CNC milling machines, ensuring components are manufactured to the highest standards of quality, safety and precision. Working alongside an experienced manufacturing team, you will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support the delivery of critical aerospace components. This is a fully on-site position based in Bristol, requiring five days per week on-site and working shift patterns. Further details of the shift arrangements will be discussed during the interview process., As a CNC 5-Axis Machinist, you will be responsible for manufacturing high-quality aerospace components while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and operational efficiency. Key responsibilities include:

• Setting and operating CNC milling machines, including preparing tooling, loading programmes and adjusting machining parameters to meet engineering specifications.
• Preparing and securing components, fixtures and cutting tools in accordance with manufacturing instructions, technical specifications and quality standards.
• Inspecting finished components using appropriate measuring equipment to ensure compliance with engineering drawings and quality requirements.
• Maintaining machinery, tooling and equipment through routine checks, preventative maintenance and troubleshooting to minimise downtime.
• Completing relevant production, quality and maintenance documentation accurately and in accordance with established procedures.
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement, supporting initiatives to enhance machining efficiency, product quality and operational performance.
  At Rolls-Royce, we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple, and make a difference. These principles guide us and are an essential part of our assessment process.

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Completed a recognised engineering apprenticeship, with an NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Previous experience setting and operating CNC milling machines, including loading programmes, preparing tooling and managing machining cycles.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and manufacturing instructions.
• Strong mechanical and technical skills, with an understanding of CAD/CAM technology. Experience with Fanuc control systems would be advantageous.
• Good mathematical, problem-solving and attention-to-detail skills, with the ability to identify and resolve machining or quality issues.
• A strong awareness of health, safety and environmental requirements, alongside a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives which are crucial to innovation and problem-solving.

Rolls-Royce is one of the most enduring and iconic brands in the world, leading innovation for over a century. We design, build, and service systems that provide critical power to customers where safety and reliability are paramount. As a force for progress, we power, protect, and connect people everywhere. We want to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that have shaped our history continue into our future. We need people like you to join us on this journey. We provide an environment of caring and belonging where you can be yourself. An inclusive, innovative culture that invests in you, giving you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities to grow your career and make a difference.

We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits, including:

• Bonus scheme
• Employee support assistance
• Employee discounts
• Career development programmes