CNC Machinist – 3-5 Axis Milling (Shift Allowance)

Aspion Search; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift Allowance

Job summary

Aspion Search is recruiting a CNC Machinist in Manchester. The role offers £28,000 - £38,000 dependent on experience plus a shift allowance.

You will join a precision engineering team operating 3, 4 and 5 axis CNC machines and contributing to the production of high‑quality components. The ideal candidate will have a time-served apprenticeship, at least 2 years of CNC milling experience, and proficiency in reading drawings, GD&T, and CMM inspection.

Qualifications

• Time Served Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent background required.
• At least 2 years’ experience setting and operating 3, 4 & 5 axis CNC milling machines.
• Good knowledge of vertical machining centres and GD&T.
• Experience reading engineering drawings and machining precision components.
• Familiar with Fanuc or Mazak controls and CMM inspection equipment.
• Understanding of quality systems and standards.

Responsibilities

• Setting and operating 3, 4 & 5 axis vertical milling machines to manufacture precision components.
• Producing quality parts while maintaining accuracy throughout production runs.
• Preparing tooling, fixtures and job documentation before production.
• Carrying out routine machine maintenance.
• Inspecting components using CNC and manual CMM equipment.
• Ensuring all manufactured parts meet drawings and quality standards.

Skills

CNC milling

Reading drawings

Quality systems

Education

Time Served Engineering Apprenticeship

Tools

Fanuc controls

Mazak controls

CMM inspection equipment

Job description

Aspion Search is recruiting a CNC Machinist in Manchester. The role offers £28,000 - £38,000 dependent on experience plus a shift allowance.

You will join a precision engineering team operating 3, 4 and 5 axis CNC machines and contributing to the production of high‑quality components. The ideal candidate will have a time-served apprenticeship, at least 2 years of CNC milling experience, and proficiency in reading drawings, GD&T, and CMM inspection.