CNC Machinist

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized manufacturing firm in Kent is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to operate CNC-controlled lathes and mills. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of machining experience, knowledge of Heidenhain controls, and the ability to read technical drawings. This full-time position offers competitive pay, benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Enhanced pension contributions

Quarterly staff bonus scheme

Company sick pay scheme

Free on-site parking

Employee referral scheme

Training and development opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Generous holiday allowance

2 x death in service cover

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a machining environment.
• Confident in producing small, complex batches.
• Strong focus on deadlines and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC-controlled lathes and mills to produce precision components.
• Create machining code and collaborate with the design team.

Skills

CNC machining experience

Heidenhain controls expertise

Technical drawing interpretation

Team collaboration

Tools

Inventor CAM software

Job description

CNC Machinist

Location: Staplehurst, Kent

Salary: Competitive, DOE

Hours: Monday - Friday

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Quarterly staff bonus scheme
• Company sick pay scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Employee referral scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
• Generous holiday allowance
• 2 x death in service cover

Why join our client?

Our client is a specialist manufacturer based in Staplehurst, Kent, experiencing significant growth and investment. With a brand-new facility, they are now seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to join their skilled team.

The role:

You’ll operate CNC-controlled lathes and mills to produce precision components, using Inventor CAM software. Most parts are designed in-house, requiring the creation of machining code and collaboration with the design team for fixturing and jig solutions.

What we're looking for:

• 2+ years in a machining environment
• Experience with Heidenhain controls
• Confident producing small, complex batches
• Ability to read and work from technical drawings
• Strong team player with a focus on deadlines

Desirable:

• Familiarity with LEAN/5S
• Experience with Inventor CAM or similar
• Background in fixture design and sliding head lathes
• Exposure to ISO9001 systems

Morgan Jones is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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