Cnc Machinist

New Appointments Group; East Malling; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Benenden Healthcare

Enhanced pension contributions

Generous holiday allowance

Comprehensive company sick pay

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts and rewards platform

Death in Service cover

Mental Health First Aiders

Ongoing training and career developmen

Job summary

New Appointments Group is assisting a Tonbridge- area client in recruiting a skilled CNC Machinist to manufacture precision components from drawings.

The role involves programming and operating CNC lathes and mills with Heidenhain controls, producing high-quality parts in small batches, and collaborating with design and engineering teams to meet production targets.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' CNC machining experience in a precision engineering environment.
• Experience using Heidenhain controls.
• Ability to machine small batches of complex, high-precision components.

Responsibilities

• Programming and operating CNC lathes and milling machines.
• Using 3D CAD models to generate machining programmes via CAM software.
• Producing precision components to exacting quality standards.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Supporting the design and manufacture of tooling, fixtures and jigs.
• Working collaboratively to achieve production targets and delivery deadlines.

Skills

CNC machining

Heidenhain controls

Reading engineering drawings

Teamwork

Tools

Inventor CAM

CAM software

Job description

CNC Machinist

Location: Tonbridge, Kent

Salary: Competitive + Quarterly Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced CNC Machinist looking to join a growing, forward-thinking manufacturing business investing heavily in its future?

Our client is a global manufacturer with an outstanding reputation for designing and producing specialist engineered products supplied to a wide range of industries worldwide. Following significant investment in a brand-new production facility, they are expanding their machining team and are looking for a skilled CNC Machinist to play a key role in their continued growth.

The Role

Working within the toolroom, you'll manufacture precision components for both in-house tooling and customer orders, producing high-quality, low-volume complex parts. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, problem-solving and working closely with design and engineering teams.

Key responsibilities include:

• Programming and operating CNC lathes and milling machines


• Using 3D CAD models to generate machining programmes via CAM software


• Producing precision components to exacting quality standards


• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings


• Supporting the design and manufacture of tooling, fixtures and jigs


• Working collaboratively to achieve production targets and delivery deadlines

To be successful, you'll have:

• At least 2 years' CNC machining experience within a precision engineering environment


• Experience using Heidenhain controls


• The ability to machine small batches of complex, high-precision components


• Confidence working from engineering drawings


• A proactive approach and the ability to work effectively within a team

Desirable experience includes:

• Inventor CAM or similar CAM software


• Designing or manufacturing fixtures and jigs


• Sliding head lathe experience


• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or 5S principles


• Experience working within an ISO 9001 quality environment

What's in It for You?

• Quarterly performance bonus


• Benenden Healthcare


• Enhanced pension contributions


• Generous holiday allowance


• Comprehensive company sick pay


• Cycle to Work scheme


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Discounts and rewards platform


• Death in Service cover


• Mental Health First Aiders


• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

If you're a skilled CNC Machinist looking for a long-term opportunity with a business investing in both its people and its facilities, we'd love to hear from you