Cnc Machinist

Silcoms II Ltd; Farnworth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' holiday + bank holidays

Free UK Healthcare benefits

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Birthday annual leave

Free onsite parking

Free tea and coffee

Company pension

Long service awards

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Death in service benefit

Job summary

Silcoms is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to join our Precision Machining team in the UK. You will set up, program, and operate CNC Vertical Boring Machines to manufacture precision aerospace components in line with engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.

You will interpret drawings, select tooling and speeds, edit CNC programs, and perform self-inspections to ensure AS9100 compliance and high-quality results.

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC machines.
• Strong reading of engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Experience in aerospace, defence, or regulated industries.

Responsibilities

• Set up, program, and operate CNC Vertical Boring Machines, interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, job cards, and CNC programs.
• Select appropriate tooling, fixtures, cutting speeds, and feeds, and apply or adjust CNC offsets.
• Edit and optimise CNC programs to improve machining performance and efficiency.
• Carry out self‑inspection using precision measuring equipment and complete inspection records, process sheets, and in‑process quality checks.
• Maintain accuracy and ensure all work meets applicable AS9100, aerospace quality, and customer requirements.
• Diagnose and resolve tooling, dimensional, and programming issues, supporting root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Work with engineering, quality, and production teams to improve efficiency, quality, and productivity.
• Follow health and safety procedures and maintain a clean, organised work area in line with 5S and visual management principles.

Skills

CNC operation

Engineering drawings

Geometric tolerances

Aerospace experience

Inspection techniques

Job description

Join Our Growing Team

As part of our continued growth, Silcoms is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to join our Precision Machining team. This is an exciting opportunity to work for an established aerospace manufacturer, producing high-precision components for leading aerospace programmes.

With ongoing investment in our people, technology, and capabilities, you'll be joining a business that values quality, teamwork, and continuous development.

Benefits

• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays


• Free UK Healthcare benefits


• Holiday Purchase Scheme


• Birthday annual leave


• Free onsite parking


• Free tea and coffee


• Company pension


• Long service awards


• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)


• Death in service benefit

The Role

You will set up, program, and operate CNC Vertical Boring Machines to manufacture precision aerospace components in line with engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, program, and operate CNC Vertical Boring Machines, interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, job cards, and CNC programs.


• Select appropriate tooling, fixtures, cutting speeds, and feeds, and apply or adjust CNC offsets.


• Edit and optimise CNC programs to improve machining performance and efficiency.


• Carry out self‑inspection using precision measuring equipment and complete inspection records, process sheets, and in‑process quality checks.


• Maintain accuracy and ensure all work meets applicable AS9100, aerospace quality, and customer requirements.


• Diagnose and resolve tooling, dimensional, and programming issues, supporting root cause investigations and corrective actions.


• Work with engineering, quality, and production teams to improve efficiency, quality, and productivity.


• Follow health and safety procedures and maintain a clean, organised work area in line with 5S and visual management principles.

About You

• Previous experience operating CNC machines.


• A strong understanding of engineering drawings and geometric tolerances.


• Experience machining precision components within aerospace, defence, or another highly regulated industry.


• Knowledge of quality inspection techniques and precision measuring equipment.


• Strong problem‑solving skills, a proactive approach to continuous improvement, and a commitment to quality, safety, and teamwork.

About Us

Silcoms is a leading UK precision engineering manufacturer with over 80 years of experience supplying complex aerospace engine components to customers worldwide. Combining engineering expertise with advanced manufacturing technology, we are committed to delivering high standards of quality, innovation, and performance.

As we continue to grow and invest in our people and capabilities, we offer exciting opportunities to develop your career within aerospace manufacturing.