CNC Machinist

Kinetic plc; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Quarterly bonus

Shift premium

Job summary

Kinetic plc is seeking experienced CNC Machinists in Newcastle upon Tyne to join a high-quality engineering team. You will operate CNC Turning and CNC Milling machines, producing precision components to exacting standards while adhering to quality and safety controls.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, working to tight tolerances, and performing first-off inspections. A shift-based progression with enhanced pay is possible after training.

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

• 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.

Skills

CNC Turning

CNC Milling

Engineering drawings

Tolerances

Inspection equipment

Tools

Verniers

Micrometers

PI Tape

CMM

Inspection Arms

Job description

Job Title: CNC Machinist
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, North East
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £31600 - £57611 per annum

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. To start, the shift pattern will be - Day Shift Monday to Thursday, 07:00 until 16:45. Pay 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 Shift Monday to Thursday, 07:00 until 19:00 17% shift allowance. Example: £16.46 per hour increases to £19.26 per hour. Night Shift Monday to Thursday, 19:00 until 07:00 36.29% shift allowance. Example: £16.46 per hour increases to £22.43 per hour.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.