CNC Machinist

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd.; Liss; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Mon-Fri 07:00–16:00

Permanent position

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd. are recruiting for a skilled CNC Machinist to operate turning and milling machines in their West Sussex workshop.

You will set existing programmes, create new ones and work with CAD/CAM software to manufacture precision components. The role requires a minimum of three years’ CNC experience, experience with Haas and Heidenhain controls, SolidWorks and CAMWorks, and the ability to troubleshoot and improve processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' CNC machining experience.
• Experience setting and modifying CNC programmes.
• Experience creating programmes using CAD/CAM software.
• Experience machining castings/forgings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC turning and milling machinery to manufacture components.
• Set existing CNC programmes, fixtures and tooling.
• Create and validate new programmes using CAD/CAM software.
• Work with engineering and production teams to optimise complex component manufacture.
• Carry out first-off inspections and support quality control.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and programming issues.
• Manage machine utilisation, materials and upcoming production requirements.
• Identify improvements to processes, tooling, routing and drawings.
• Support the development of new programmes, fixtures and manufacturing solutions.
• Maintain accurate production records and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

CNC Machining

Programming

Problem Solving

Tools

Haas

Heidenhain

SolidWorks

CAMWorks

CAD/CAM software

Job description

Location

Liss, West Sussex

Salary

£16.00-£21.00 per hour, depending on experience

Hours

Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 4:00pm

Contract

Full Time, Permanent

Our client

Our client is a well-established and highly specialised automotive engineering business based in West Sussex, with a strong reputation within the luxury automotive sector.

Position Overview

• Operate CNC turning and milling machinery to manufacture components.
• Set existing CNC programmes, fixtures and tooling.
• Create and validate new programmes using CAD/CAM software.
• Work with engineering and production teams to optimise complex component manufacture.
• Carry out first-off inspections and support quality control.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and programming issues.
• Manage machine utilisation, materials and upcoming production requirements.
• Identify improvements to processes, tooling, routing and drawings.
• Support the development of new programmes, fixtures and manufacturing solutions.
• Maintain accurate production records and contribute to continuous improvement.

Position Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' relevant CNC machining experience.
• Haas, Heidenhain, SolidWorks and CAMWorks experience is essential.
• Experience setting and modifying CNC programmes.
• Experience creating programmes using CAD/CAM software.
• Experience machining castings and forgings would be advantageous.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• Able to work independently and manage priorities.
• Automotive experience or an interest in automotive engineering would be advantageous.

Position Benefits

• £16.00-£21.00 per hour, depending on experience.
• Monday to Friday working hours - 07:00 - 16:00.
• Permanent position with an established specialist engineering business.
• Opportunity to work on unique and specialist automotive components.
• Varied role within a highly skilled engineering environment.