CNC Machinist

Workforce Recruitment and Training; Redditch; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Workforce Recruitment and Training is recruiting a skilled CNC Machinist for a precision engineering manufacturer in Redditch. The role covers setting up and running CNC Mills and Lathes, reading engineering drawings, and maintaining tight tolerances on tooling.

You will polish components to a 320-grit finish, perform manual compensation, and participate in planned maintenance. Strong teamwork and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings with precision.
• Proven experience in setting and operating CNC machinery.
• Confident communicator and effective team player.
• Self-motivated with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC Mills and Lathes (Fanuc, Siemens, Mazak).
• Polish components to a 320-grit finish.
• Perform manual compensation and bench work accurately.
• Service, repair and maintain tools as part of planned preventative maintenance (PPM).
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and production issues.

Skills

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Team player

Self-motivated

Communication

Tools

Fanuc

Siemens

Mazak

Job description

Working Hours:

Overview

An established precision engineering manufacturer is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to join their machining team across various shifts. Reporting to the Machine Shop Team Leader, the successful candidate will be responsible for producing tooling in accordance with precise engineering drawings and maintaining tight tolerances.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC Mills and Lathes, including Fanuc, Siemens, and Mazak systems
• Polish components to a 320-grit finish
• Perform manual compensation and bench work accurately
• Service, repair, and maintain tools as part of planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
• Respond promptly and effectively to breakdowns and production issues

Experience & Qualifications

• Proven experience in setting and operating CNC machinery
• Background in hot metal or heavy manufacturing preferred
• Confident communicator and effective team player
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings with precision
• Proficient in using precision measuring equipment (micrometres, height gauges, imperial and metric units)
• Self-motivated, with excellent attention to detail and initiative