CNC Machinist (1 Week Early / 1 Week Late)

First Achieve Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Luton seeks skilled CNC Machinists for full-time positions. The role involves operating CNC milling and turning machinery to produce high-quality components in a low-volume setting. Candidates must have expertise in CNC programming and precision measurement, with a focus on continuous improvement and LEAN methodologies. The position offers a competitive salary package and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in setting, programming, and operating CNC machinery.
• Ability to manufacture precision components from engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of trigonometry for measuring dimensions.

Responsibilities

• Set, program, and operate CNC milling or turning machinery.
• Manufacture precision components in a low-volume production environment.
• Contribute to improvements in workshop layout and processes.

Skills

CNC programming

Manual machining

Precision measurement

LEAN methodologies

Tools

CNC milling or turning machinery

Epicor ERP

Job description

CNC Machinist - Operator

Salary: £33,545 basic + 33% shift premium (Total package: £44,614)

Shifts: Weekly rotation - earlies & lates

Location: Luton

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Overview

First Achieve Engineering are supporting a long-established engineering manufacturer that is expanding its machining department. Due to growth and internal progression, we are recruiting two skilled CNC Machinists to join their team.

This role involves low-volume, high-quality production work, covering both new components and aftermarket parts. You'll operate across manual and CNC machining to support continuous improvement across the workshop.

Key Responsibilities

Set, program, and operate CNC milling or turning machinery to produce parts to exact specifications.

Manufacture precision components from engineering drawings in a low-volume production environment.

Produce or modify tooling such as jigs, fixtures, and moulds.

Use precision measuring equipment to verify dimensions, applying sound knowledge of trigonometry.

Meet production times set by Engineering and record all activity within the Epicor (ERP) system.

Contribute to ongoing improvements in workshop layout, processes, and 5S standards.

Participate in continuous improvement and structured problem-solving (LEAN methodologies).

Maintain a safe working environment by identifying hazards, reporting incidents / near misses, and following all H&...