CNC & Conventional Machinist

The Clever Fish Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Unknown University workshop in Manchester is seeking an experienced CNC machinist to produce precision components from engineering drawings using both CNC and conventional machines. You will support teaching and research activities by manufacturing parts for one-off components or small batches.

The role requires extensive experience with lathe, mill, and machining centers, as well as an apprentice-trained background and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experienced CNC machinist with lathe, mill and machining centers.
• Experienced operating conventional turning and milling machines.
• Experience producing precision components to tight tolerances.
• Mechanical Engineering ONC or BTEC HNC/HND or equivalent.
• Apprentice trained.
• Ability to work independently whilst contributing to a larger team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to organise own work to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Produce a wide range of precision components from engineering drawings.
• Operate CNC and conventional machines in the workshop.
• Manufacture components for teaching and research activities.
• Work with CAM software generated from SolidWorks 3D models.

Skills

CNC turning

CNC milling

Machining centers

Conventional turning

Conventional milling

Tight tolerances

Independent worker

Communication skills

Education

ONC or BTEC HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Apprentice trained

Tools

CAD

CAM

Job description

£32,080.00 to £36,636.00 - depending on experience.

(£17.63 per hour to £20.13 per hour).

35 hours per week.

8:00am to 4:00pm Monday to Friday.

(Flexibility Essential).

Initially temporary up to Christmas, high chance of permanenet in January2027.

Overall Purpose of the Job:

The technician will be required to produce a wide range of precision components and assemblies, using an extensive range of machine tools and equipment, including both conventional and CNC machines, within one of the university's mechanical workshops.

This role is to support teaching and research activities in the Faculty of Science and Engineering by manufacturing components, from engineering drawings, and by using CAM software generated from SolidWorks 3D models. The work is interesting and varied with generally one-off components or small batches.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

• Experienced CNC machinist - Lathe, Miller and Machining Centres.
• Experienced in operating conventional turning and milling machines.
• Experienced in producing precision components to tight tolerances.
• Mechanical Engineering ONC or BTEC Higher National Certificate or Diploma or equivalent.
• Apprentice Trained.
• Specialised knowledge in the appropriate technical area or areas and in the use of machines, tools, and equipment necessary to carry out the technical duties of the post.
• Ability to work independently whilst contributing to a larger team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to organise own work to meet deadlines.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

• Knowledge of CAD and CAM, e.g. modifying CAD drawings, importing CAD files into CAM software, in-depth CAM software knowledge to create tool paths for both 2-axis turning centres and 3-axis machining centres
• IOSHH Health & Safety or similar qualification

As an Equal Opportunities employer, we welcome applications regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability, or age. All applicants are considered based on their merits and abilities for the job.