CNC Machinist

KineticPlc; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension (6% match)

Production bonus

Shift premium after training

Job summary

KineticPlc in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to operate CNC Turning and CNC Milling machines, set up tooling, and produce precision components to tight tolerances. This permanent role offers a Day Shift with pay £16.46–£18.46 per hour, with enhanced rates after training.

You will read engineering drawings, perform first-off inspections, and ensure components meet quality standards while maintaining safety, 5S, and production targets.

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC Turning and CNC Milling machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience working to tight tolerances and quality standards.
• Competent using inspection equipment.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and production targets.
• Ability to work safely and accurately within a busy engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• CNC Machining: Operate CNC turning and milling machines and produce precision components.
• Machine Set-Up & Production: Set up machines and meet cycle times with required tooling.
• Inspection & Quality Control: Conduct checks and maintain quality standards.
• Material Handling & General Duties: Operate forklifts and maintain housekeeping and safety.

Skills

CNC Turning

CNC Milling

Reading engineering drawings

Tight tolerances

Inspection equipment operation

Manufacturing processes

Health & safety

Tools

Verniers

Micrometers

PI Tape

CMM

Inspection Arms

Job description

Newcastle upon Tyne, England, North East

CNC Machinist

Permanent

Our client is looking for experienced CNC Machinists to join their manufacturing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled machinist to work within a high-quality engineering environment, operating CNC machinery and producing precision components to exacting standards. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe day-to-day operation of allocated machinery, ensuring production targets, quality standards and customer requirements are consistently achieved.

Shift pattern will be -Day ShiftMonday to Thursday, 07:00 until 16:45Pay rate between £16.46 per hour and £18.46 per hour depending on experience

Shift Opportunities (Once Trained) -Following successful training, candidates will have the opportunity to move onto a shift pattern with enhanced pay rates

• Day ShiftMonday to Thursday, 07:00 until 19:0017% shift allowanceExample: £16.46 per hour increases to £19.26 per hour
• Night ShiftMonday to Thursday, 19:00 until 07:0036.29% shift allowanceExample: £16.46 per hour increases to £22.43 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• CNC Machining
  • Operate CNC Turning and CNC Milling machines.
  • Set and operate machines to produce high-quality precision components.
  • Work to engineering drawings and tight tolerances.
  • Complete accurate checks throughout the manufacturing process.
  • Carry out first-off inspections and make adjustments where required.
  • Ensure components meet internal quality standards and specifications.
  • Maintain production targets, efficiency, quality, 5S and health & safety standards.
• Machine Set-Up & Production
  • Liaise with Tool Preparation Operatives to ensure materials and tooling are available when required.
  • Create and update CNC set-up sheets to company standards.
  • Ensure machines are set up within required target times.
  • Understand production requirements and implement improvements to maintain performance.
  • Produce components within agreed cycle times.
  • Dress and finish components as required.
  • Ensure all components are correctly identified and traceable.
• Inspection & Quality Control
  • Use inspection equipment including
  • - Verniers
  • - Micrometers
  • - PI Tape
  • - CMM
  • - Inspection Arms
• Material Handling & General Duties
  • Operate forklift trucks to move materials, components and engineering items safely.
  • Carry out lifting and slinging activities when required.
  • Ensure correct storage and handling of materials.
  • Maintain good housekeeping standards and reduce FOD (Foreign Object Debris).
  • Complete daily machine, inspection, shadow board and maintenance checks.
  • Carry out basic machine maintenance and report any issues to the Cell Leader/Supervisor.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience operating CNC Turning and/or CNC Milling machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience working to tight tolerances and quality standards.
• Competent using inspection equipment.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and production targets.
• Ability to work safely and accurately within a busy engineering environment.

Benefits

• Company pension scheme with contributions matched up to 6%.
• Production bonus of up to £360 every quarter.
• Opportunity to increase earnings through shift working once fully trained.