CNC Machinist

STRAIGHT LINE ENGINEERING LIMITED; Nelson; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in precision tool making is seeking a CNC Machinist to join their team. This role offers a great opportunity to work in the aerospace sector, where you will be responsible for setting up and operating milling and lathe machines. You will also engage in quality assurance through self-inspection and maintain tools and machinery. With a commitment to employee development, the company provides training opportunities and a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about engineering and looking to advance your career in a dynamic setting, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

33 Holidays Annually

Company Pension Scheme

Death in service

Company sick pay

PPE provided

Company clothing

Qualifications

• Experience in a tool room environment is essential.
• Engineering qualifications supporting experience are required.

Responsibilities

• Setting milling and lathe machines for production.
• Self-inspecting tools to ensure quality before final inspection.
• Maintaining traceability of tools and materials.

Skills

Turning

Milling

Grinding

Logical problem-solving skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Engineering Qualifications

Tools

Fanuc controls

Heidenhain controls

Job description

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Established for over 40 years, Straight Line Engineering Ltd is a Precision Tool Making Company working predominantly in the Aerospace sector. We currently have a position for a CNC Machinist with experience in a tool room environment.

CNC Machinist - Benefits

• Up to £17.00 per hour depending on experience
• 37 hours per week: Mon to Thur 07:30 to 15:30 and Fri 07:30 to 15:00
• Overtime (when available after 37 hours) - rate: 1.3 Mon to Fri, 1.5 Sat
• 33 Holidays Annually including 8 bank holidays
• Training in some aspects of the Tool room functions
• Company Pension Scheme (optional) - Employer Contribution: 3% / Employee Contribution: 5%
• Death in service (after 2 years)
• Company sick pay (after 2 years)
• PPE provided: boots, safety glasses, prescription safety glasses (if required), and overalls
• Company clothing: polo shirts, T shirts, fleece

CNC Machinist - Requirements

• Engineering Qualifications supporting experience
• Experience with Turning, Milling, and Grinding
• Ability to collaborate with team members to optimize processes
• Logical problem-solving skills
• Experience with Fanuc & Heidenhain controls

CNC Machinist - Key Responsibilities

• Setting milling and lathe machines
• Self-inspect tools to drawings before final inspection
• Deburr tools to remove sharp edges
• Record work data for costing and efficiency monitoring
• Operate multiple machines as needed
• Maintain traceability of tools, materials, and paperwork
• Perform first-line maintenance: remove swarf, check safety features, top up oil and coolant
• Follow health & safety guidelines and complete training
• Undertake other tasks as necessary to support business demand

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Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Machinery Manufacturing