CNC Machinist

Syntech Recruitment Ltd; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defence manufacturing company is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist in Uxbridge. In this hands-on role, you will work with precision components crucial for military aviation systems, utilizing advanced CNC and manual machining techniques. The position offers competitive pay, a favorable work-life balance, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

1.5x overtime available

Fantastic company pension scheme

Healthcare plan

Early Friday finish

Opportunity to work on aerospace-grade components

Clean, modern facility with development pathway

Qualifications

• Strong CNC and manual machining background.
• Confident with setting and operating mills and lathes.
• Experience using inspection equipment and working to drawings.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate multi-axis CNC mills and lathes.
• Produce high-precision components to tight tolerances.
• Mentor and support apprentices and trainees.

Skills

CNC Machining

Manual Machining

Inspection Equipment

Deburring

Job description

CNC Machinist

Salary: £16ph - £17ph
Location: Near Uxbridge, London
Hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm (Monday to Thursday), 8:00am – 12:00pm (Friday)
Interview Process: One-stage interview
Start Date: ASAP

Join one of the UK’s leading aerospace and defence manufacturers, where you’ll be machining precision components used in life-saving systems across military aviation platforms. This is a hands-on role in a world-class environment – ideal for a CNC Machinist who enjoys variety and precision in both CNC and manual techniques.

CNC Machinist Benefits:

• Salary up to £16ph- £17ph
  
  
• 1.5x overtime available (5–10 hours per week)
  
  
• Fantastic company pension scheme
  
  
• Healthcare plan
  
  
• Early Friday finish for better work-life balance
  
  
• Opportunity to work on aerospace-grade precision components
  
  
• Clean, modern facility with a long-term development pathway
  
  

CNC Machinist Duties:

• Set and operate multi-axis CNC mills and lathes (Bridgeport, Hurco, Protrack)
  
  
• Edit programmes at the machine – no offline programming required
  
  
• Produce high-precision, low-batch components to tight tolerances
  
  
• Carry out self-inspection using micrometres, verniers, gauges etc.
  
  
• Perform deburring and finishing to ensure components meet spec
  
  
• Mentor and support apprentices and trainees
  
  
• Conduct basic maintenance on tools and machines
  
  

CNC Machinist Profile:

• Strong CNC and manual machining background
  
  
• Confident with setting and operating mills and lathes
  
  
• Familiarity with precision manual machining (grinding, drilling etc.)
  
  
• Proven experience using inspection equipment and working to drawings
  
  
• Deburring knowledge and quality-first approach to all tasks
  
  

Apply Now:
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