Cnc Machinist

Interaction Recruitment; Whittlesey; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime available

Training and development opportunities

Company pension

Career progression opportunities

Modern manufacturing environment

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Interaction Technical are recruiting for a CNC Machinist in Whittlesey, Cambridgeshire, to join a busy toolroom in a well‑established manufacturing business. The role involves setting, operating and monitoring CNC milling, turning and machining centres to manufacture precision tooling and components.

The successful candidate will read engineering drawings and interpret CAD/CAM data, perform first-off and in-process inspections, and contribute to continuous improvement in a modern production

Qualifications

• Experience as CNC Machinist, Setter/Operator or Toolmaker in precision engineering.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specs.
• Experience operating CNC mills, lathes or machining centres.
• Strong understanding of tolerances and quality requirements.
• Knowledge of measuring equipment (verniers, micrometers, gauges).
• Experience in injection moulding/plastics can be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Set, operate and monitor CNC milling, turning and machining centres.
• Manufacture components to engineering drawings and specs.
• Machine and repair tooling and inserts; interpret CAD/CAM data.
• Select tools, fixtures and work-holding methods; carry out inspections.
• Make programme edits and offsets to maintain quality.
• Assist with maintenance and resolve tooling/machining issues.
• Maintain accurate production and inspection records.

Skills

CNC machining

Reading drawings

CAD/CAM data

Precision measuring

Quality awareness

Teamwork

Injection moulding knowledge

Education

Engineering apprenticeship

Machining qualification

Tools

CNC controls

Job description

CNC Machinist

Salary: £34,500

Location: Whittlesey, Cambridgeshire

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Hours: 07:00-16:30

The Client

Interaction Technical are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing manufacturing business operating within the injection moulding sector. Due to continued expansion and investment in their tooling and production capabilities, they are looking to add an experienced CNC Machinist to their Toolroom team in Whittlesey.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled CNC professional to join a busy and modern manufacturing environment, playing a key role in the manufacture, modification and repair of precision tooling used in high-volume production.

The Package

• £34,500 basic salary
• Overtime available
• Training and development opportunities
• Stable, long-term employment
• Modern manufacturing environment
• Supportive team culture
• Company pension
• Opportunities for career progression

The Duties

• Set, operate and monitor CNC milling, turning and machining centre equipment.
• Manufacture precision components to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Machine, modify and repair injection mould tools, inserts, jigs, fixtures and associated tooling.
• Interpret technical drawings, CAD/CAM data, work instructions and job sheets.
• Select and prepare cutting tools, fixtures and work-holding methods.
• Carry out first-off, in-process and final inspections using precision measuring equipment.
• Make programme edits, tooling adjustments and offset changes to maintain production quality.
• Support production teams by resolving tooling and machining issues.
• Identify tooling wear and damage and escalation concerns where required.
• Assist with preventative maintenance activities on CNC machinery.
• Maintain accurate production and inspection records.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime, scrap and waste.

The Requirements

• Previous experience as a CNC Machinist, CNC Setter/Operator, Toolmaker or similar precision engineering role.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience operating CNC mills, lathes or machining centres.
• Strong understanding of machining tolerances and quality requirements.
• Competent in the use of measuring equipment including verniers, micrometers, gauges and height gauges.
• Experience within injection moulding, plastics manufacturing or mould tool repair would be highly advantageous.
• Knowledge of CNC controls and programming edits would be beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Engineering apprenticeship, machining qualification or equivalent practical experience is desirable.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

About You

The successful candidate will be a proactive and quality-focused engineer with a strong machining background and a keen eye for detail. You will be comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, supporting production through the accurate machining, repair and maintenance of tooling and precision components. This role would suit candidates from CNC machining, toolmaking, injection moulding, plastics manufacturing or precision engineering backgrounds.