CNC Machinist

Gi Group; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking experienced CNC Machinists in Leicester. This role offers competitive hourly rates (£14 - £20), permanent and long-term contracts, with various shifts available. Ideal candidates should have proven CNC machining skills and a reliable attitude. Join a friendly working environment with modern workshops and receive weekly pay along with support from the engineering team.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rates

Overtime at enhanced rates

Weekly pay

Support from engineering team

Qualifications

• Proven CNC machining experience (setting, operating, or programming).
• Ability to work from technical drawings and inspect own work.
• Relevant engineering qualification or apprenticeship preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set, operate, and program CNC machines.
• Ensure quality control by inspecting own work.
• Work in well-equipped workshops with supportive teams.

Skills

CNC machining experience

Proactive and reliable attitude

Ability to work from technical drawings

Familiarity with tight tolerances

Education

Relevant engineering qualification or apprenticeship

Tools

Fanuc

Heidenhain

Siemens

Mazatrol

Hurco

Job description

Overview

CNC MACHINISTS WANTED - LEICESTERSHIRE

Location: Leicester, Loughborough, Hinckley, Coalville, Melton Mowbray & surrounding areas
Salary: £14 - £20 per hour (DOE + Overtime)
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent & Long-Term Contract Roles
Shifts: Days, Nights, Double Days, and Weekend Rotas Available

Roles

• CNC Millers (Setter/Operators & Programmers)
• CNC Turners (Setter/Operators & Programmers)
• Manual Machinists with CNC experience
• Multi-axis Machinists (4 & 5 Axis)

Experience & Controls

Experience with the following controls is desirable:

• Fanuc
• Heidenhain
• Siemens
• Mazatrol
• Hurco

What’s on offer

• Competitive hourly rates depending on experience and shift
• Overtime at enhanced rates
• Temp-to-perm and permanent roles
• Modern, well-equipped workshops and friendly working environments
• Weekly pay and full support from GI Pro's engineering team available

Candidate requirements

• Proven CNC machining experience (setting, operating, or programming)
• Ability to work from technical drawings and inspect own work
• A proactive and reliable attitude
• Relevant engineering qualification or apprenticeship (preferred but not essential)
• Familiarity with tight tolerances and quality control standards

Application

Whether you're a seasoned programmer or an experienced setter/operator looking for your next role - we want to hear from you. Click apply now for more information and call back from the team.

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Company & Privacy

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, pledge members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability committed members, Gold status pledge members for the Armed Forces Covenant, and Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

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