Cnc Machinist

Orion Electrotech; Cambourne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Electrotech is recruiting a CNC Machinist for a Cambridge-based role within a precision engineering environment serving Aerospace and Defence sectors.

The role involves programming, setting and operating CNC turning machines to produce high-precision components to tight tolerances, with in-process inspections and close collaboration with the production team to meet deadlines. Permanent, full-time position with a shift pattern as outlined.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CNC Turner.
• Ability to independently programme, set and operate CNC lathes.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and precision machining techniques.
• Experience producing complex components to tight tolerances.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Programming, setting and operating CNC turning machines.
• Manufacturing precision-engineered components to tight tolerances.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Carrying out in-process inspections to ensure quality standards are met.
• Making tooling and offset adjustments as required.
• Maintaining high standards of safety, quality and housekeeping.
• Working closely with the production team to meet production targets and customer deadlines.

Skills

CNC turning

Programming CNC lathes

Reading drawings

Quality inspections

Safety compliance

Tools

Fanuc controls

Twin-Spindle Lathes

Job description

CNC Machinist

Location: Cambridge

Salary: up to £39K

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Shift Pattern: Monday to Thursday 8:00am - 4:30pm Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm

Our client is a well-established precision engineering company serving the Aerospace and Defence sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and steadily expanding business, producing high-precision components for demanding industries where quality, accuracy and attention to detail are essential.

Key Responsibilities – CNC Machinist

• Programming, setting and operating CNC turning machines.
• Manufacturing precision-engineered components to tight tolerances.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Carrying out in-process inspections to ensure quality standards are met.
• Making tooling and offset adjustments as required.
• Maintaining high standards of safety, quality and housekeeping.
• Working closely with the production team to meet production targets and customer deadlines.

Essential Requirements – CNC Machinist

• Proven experience as a CNC Turner.
• Ability to independently programme, set and operate CNC lathes.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and precision machining techniques.
• Experience producing complex components to tight tolerances.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Desirable Experience – CNC Machinist

• Experience with Matsuura, Haas or Doosan machines.
• Knowledge of Fanuc controls.
• Experience operating Twin-Spindle Lathes.
• Previous experience within the Aerospace or Defence industries.

What's On Offer?

• Permanent position with a growing and successful engineering company.
• Up to £20.00 per hour PAYE / £39k Salary
• Opportunity to work on high-specification Aerospace and Defence projects.
• Modern manufacturing environment.
• Long-term career stability and progression opportunities.