CNC Machinist

Reed; Glenrothes; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Four-day week

Overtime opportunities

Training & development

Long-term employment

Job summary

Reed in Fife is seeking an experienced CNC Horizontal Borer to join our precision engineering team. You will set, program and operate CNC Horizontal Boring Machines to produce complex components to tight tolerances while maintaining quality and safety standards.

The role offers a competitive hourly rate (£18.00-£23.00), a four-day working week (Mon-Thu), 39 hours per week, and opportunities for overtime. You will work with Fanuc controls, interpret engineering drawings, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating CNC Horizontal Boring Machines.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience programming in Fanuc controls.
• Experience with live spindle tooling.
• Ability to work to tight tolerances in a precision engineering environment.
• Set and edit CNC programs.
• Experience machining large and complex components.
• Independent worker with good workload management.
• Attention to detail and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Set, program, and operate CNC Horizontal Boring Machines.
• Manufacture components to drawings and specifications.
• Program and edit machining programs using Fanuc controls.
• Operate machines with live spindle tooling.
• Interpret technical drawings and work instructions.
• Select tooling, cutting data, and machining methods.
• Conduct first-off, in-process, and final inspections.
• Maintain safety, quality and clean work area.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in the machine shop.

Skills

CNC Horizontal Boring

Fanuc controls

Live spindle tooling

Reading drawings

Program/edit CNC programs

Large/complex components

Education

Apprenticeship or engineering qualification

Tools

Overhead cranes

Job description

CNC Horizontal Borer Location: Fife Salary: £18.00 - £23.00 per hour (dependent on experience) Hours: 39 hours per week, Monday to Thursday Shifts: Various shift patterns available with an average uplift of Time ¼ across all shift rates

About the Role

We are currently seeking an experienced CNC Horizontal Borer to join our growing machining team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled machinist with experience operating large CNC machine tools and working to tight tolerances within a precision engineering environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting, programming, and operating CNC Horizontal Boring Machines, producing complex components to customer specifications while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Set, program, and operate CNC Horizontal Boring Machines.
• Manufacture precision-engineered components to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Programme and edit machining programs using Fanuc control systems.
• Operate machines equipped with live spindle tooling.
• Interpret technical drawings, work instructions, and machining specifications.
• Select appropriate tooling, cutting data, and machining methods.
• Conduct first-off, in-process, and final inspection of components.
• Work to tight tolerances and high-quality standards.
• Perform machine set‑ups, tool changes, and offsets.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cycle time reductions.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with health, safety, and quality procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the machine shop.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience operating CNC Horizontal Boring Machines.
• Strong knowledge of Fanuc control systems.
• Experience working with live spindle tooling.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Competent in setting and editing CNC programs.
• Experience machining large and complex components.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good understanding of machining techniques, tooling, and inspection methods.

Desirable Skills

• Experience within heavy engineering, oil & gas, energy, defence, or aerospace sectors.
• Apprenticeship or relevant engineering qualification.
• Experience using overhead cranes and lifting equipment.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £18.00 - £23.00 per hour.
• Average Time ¼ shift uplift across all shift patterns.
• 39-hour working week.
• Four-day working week (Monday to Thursday).
• Overtime opportunities.
• Stable long-term employment with a well-established engineering business.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.