CNC Machinist

Rullion Managed Services; East Lindsey; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Rullion Managed Services in Lincoln is urgently seeking a CNC Machinist to operate precision CNC machines and manufacture gas turbine components in a strict quality environment. You will follow engineering drawings, set up tooling, monitor production targets and maintain safety standards on a fully site-based shift pattern.

The role covers day-to-day machine operation, basic programming where needed, and close collaboration with maintenance to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machine tools, controls and applications.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety standards.
• Competent IT skills, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines.
• Organise and utilise machine tools and production equipment.
• Prepare components and monitor production stock.
• Manufacture components in line with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Carry out basic machine programming where required.
• Perform basic machine maintenance.
• Work closely with maintenance technicians to resolve machinery issues.

Skills

CNC machine tools

Controls & applications

Health & Safety

Microsoft Word & Excel

Communication

Education

NVQ CNC Machining

Apprenticeship in manufacturing

Job description

CNC MACHINIST - URGENT OPPORTUNITY | LINCOLN

Key Details

• Location: Lincoln - fully site-based
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 6+ months
• IR35 Status: Inside IR35
• PAYE Rate: £30 per hour
• Umbrella Rate: £40.50 per hour

Working Hours & Shifts

• Early Shift: 6:00am - 2:30pm
• Afternoon Shift: 2:00pm - 10:30pm (15% shift premium)
• Night Shift: 10:00pm - 6:15am
• Weekend rotation with additional premium

The Role

You will operate CNC machinery to manufacture gas turbine components, ensuring all products meet engineering specifications, quality standards and production targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines.
• Organise and utilise machine tools and production equipment.
• Prepare components and monitor production stock.
• Manufacture components in line with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Carry out basic machine programming where required.
• Perform basic machine maintenance.
• Work closely with maintenance technicians to resolve machinery issues.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machine tools, controls and applications.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety standards.
• Competent IT skills, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

An apprenticeship or formal qualification would be advantageous but is not essential.

We are particularly interested in candidates with

• An apprenticeship in a relevant engineering craft or manufacturing discipline.
• An NVQ in CNC Machining or another manufacturing discipline.
• Extensive hands‑on CNC machining experience, even without a formal apprenticeship or time‑served qualification.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants