CNC Machinist

ProTech Recruitment Ltd; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized recruitment agency is seeking a CNC Machinist in Slough for a 3-month contract with the possibility of permanent employment. The role involves producing precision components using automated and manual machining equipment, requiring strong CNC skills and an understanding of engineering specifications. Candidates should have hands-on experience with machining processes and the ability to collaborate in a production environment. Pay is set at £20 per hour on a PAYE basis.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with CNC or manual machining processes such as milling, turning, or grinding.
• Ability to understand and work from engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Eagerness to learn, collaborate, and expand technical skills in a production environment.
• Engineering training, an apprenticeship, or proven machining experience is highly beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run various CNC and conventional equipment to manufacture parts accurately and efficiently.
• Load and prepare raw materials, ensuring correct configuration before machining.
• Inspect completed components for conformity with technical standards.
• Carry out measurement and validation using precision tools.

Skills

CNC machining

Manual machining

Reading engineering drawings

Collaboration

Education

Engineering training or apprenticeship

Tools

CNC machinery

Precision measurement tools

Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM)

Job description

Job Role: CNC Machinist

Location: Slough

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 3 months initially - potential to join permanently

Pay: £20ph PAYE

Role Overview

The position involves producing precision components using a range of automated and manual machining equipment. You will follow technical specifications and engineering documentation to deliver high-quality parts for internal assembly teams or external clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and run various CNC and conventional equipment-including turning, milling, multi-axis, and grinding machinery-to manufacture parts accurately and efficiently.
• Load and prepare raw materials, ensuring all tools, fixtures, and programs are correctly configured before machining.
• Inspect completed components to confirm conformity with technical standards and dimensional requirements before progressing to the next stage of production.
• Carry out measurement and validation using precision tools and coordinate measuring equipment (CMM).

Requirements

• Hands‑on experience with CNC or manual machining processes such as milling, turning, or grinding.
• Ability to understand and work from engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Eagerness to learn, collaborate, and expand technical skills in a production environment.
• Engineering training, an apprenticeship, or proven machining experience is highly beneficial.

If this is of interest to you, please forward your updated CV to [e-mail]