CNC Machinist

Randstad Technologies Recruitment; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist manufacturing firm is seeking experienced CNC Machinists for multiple locations in the UK, particularly near Peterborough and Ely. The ideal candidates will have foundational CNC machining skills and a desire to advance into CNC setting and programming. The company offers competitive hourly rates ranging from £13.00 to £19.00 depending on experience, alongside 25 days of annual leave and wellness support. Join a team committed to quality and professional growth.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Healthshield employee wellbeing scheme

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• CNC experience with a strong foundation in machining.
• Willingness to learn programming if currently operating CNC machines.
• Experience at CNC Setter and/or Programmer level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce low-volume, small-batch, high-precision components.
• Collaborate effectively with team members to ensure quality.

Skills

Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings

Experience with Fanuc and/or Haas Operating Systems

Strong attention to detail

Team player and organizational skills

Job description

CNC Machinist (Milling & Turning) - Multiple UK Locations

Are you an experienced CNC professional looking for a stable, rewarding role with a growing precision engineering firm? We are a specialist manufacturing company seeking skilled Machinists to join our teams across two sites in the East of England.

We value skill and dedication, offering highly competitive pay and a supportive work environment focused on quality and continuous improvement.

The Roles Available

• Site 1 – Near Bedford/Cambridge: CNC Miller and CNC Turner (Postcode Area: SG)
• Site 2 – Near Peterborough/Ely: CNC Miller (Postcode Area: PE)

What We Are Looking For

We are flexible and open to various levels of experience, provided you have a strong foundation in CNC machining and a desire to excel.

• Ideal Candidates: CNC Setter and/or Programmer level, capable of producing low‑volume, small‑batch, high‑precision components.
• Open To: Experienced CNC Operators who are keen to step up, develop their skills in setting, and learn programming.

Key Skills

• Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Experience with Fanuc and/or Haas Operating Systems is highly desirable.
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to quality.
• Strong team player and organisational skills.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly Rate: £13.00 – £19.00 per hour, dependent on experience and capability (Setter/Programmer level).
• Holidays: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Wellbeing: Access to the Healthshield employee wellbeing scheme.
• Support: Enhanced family‑friendly policies (maternity, paternity).

Standard Working Hours

• Monday to Thursday: 7:30 am – 4:15 pm
• Friday: 7:30 am – 3:00 pm

Equality, Diversity and Accessibility

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.