CNC Machinist

Randstad CPE; South Cambridgeshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision engineering company in the UK is seeking experienced CNC Machinists for multiple locations. Candidates will join a stable workforce focused on quality and continuous improvement. Ideal applicants will have a solid foundation in CNC machining, with opportunities for advancement. Compensation includes an hourly rate of £13.00 to £19.00 and benefits such as 25 days of annual leave and access to a wellbeing scheme. The role offers a full-time schedule with early finishes on Fridays.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to employee wellbeing scheme

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• 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.

Skills

Reading and interpreting engineering drawings

Experience with Fanuc Operating Systems

Experience with Haas Operating Systems

Attention to detail

Team player

Organisational 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 – SG
• Site 2 – Near Peterborough/Ely – CNC Miller – 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

This is a full‑time position with excellent work‑life balance, wrapping up early on Fridays:

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

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.

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