CNC Machinist (3 Shift)

Adecco; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Adecco is seeking a skilled CNC Setter/Operator in the Washington area near Sunderland. You will set, operate and prove out existing CNC programmes on turning or milling machines, producing precision components to tight tolerances.

You will read engineering drawings, adjust tooling and offsets, and perform in-process inspections. The role requires flexibility to rotating shifts and a proactive approach to keep machines running efficiently.

Qualifications

• Experience setting and operating CNC Turning or CNC Milling machines.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience proving out and running existing CNC programmes; ability to make minor edits and tooling offsets.

Responsibilities

• Setting and operating CNC turning or milling machines.
• Proving out and running existing CNC programmes.
• Make minor programme edits and offset adjustments.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Manufacture precision components to tight tolerances.
• Conduct in-process inspections with measuring equipment.
• Maintain machine performance and report issues.

Skills

Read drawings

Tolerances

Problem solving

Rotating shifts

Education

Apprenticeship/NVQ

City & Guilds

Tools

Fanuc controls

Heidenhain controls

Job description

Salary: £39,000-£40,000 | Hours: Full‑Time|Rotating3‑ShiftPattern. Location: Washington.

The Company

Due to continued growth and increasing customer demand, we are looking to recruit skilled CNC Machinists with either Turning or Milling experience to join our established manufacturing team in Washington.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and growing precision engineering business, working with modern CNC machinery to manufacture high‑quality components for a variety of industries.

Whether your background is in CNC Turning or CNC Milling, we’d love to hear from you.

The Role

This is a CNC Setter/Operator position focused on setting, operating and proving out existing CNC programmes. You will be responsible for producing precision‑engineered components to tight tolerances, ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety and efficiency are maintained.

Please note that this is not a CNC programming role. However, candidates with programming knowledge or experience will be at an advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Setting and operating CNC Turning or CNC Milling machines
• Proving out and running existing CNC programmes
• Making minor programme edits, tooling changes and offset adjustments where required
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
• Manufacturing precision components to tight tolerances
• Conducting in‑process inspections using a range of measuring equipment
• Ensuring products meet customer and quality standards
• Maintaining machine performance and reporting any issues
• Working safely and efficiently within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Supporting continuous improvement and lean manufacturing activities

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience setting and operating CNC Turning or CNC Milling machines
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience working to tight tolerances within a precision engineering environment
• Experience proving out and running existing CNC programmesAbility to make minor programme edits and tooling offset adjustments
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Flexible approach to working a rotating shift pattern
• Good problem‑solving skills and a proactive attitude

Desirable Requirements

• Experience using Fanuc or Heidenhain controls
• Programming knowledge or previous CNC programming experience
• Experience across both Turning and Milling disciplines
• Apprenticeship, NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent engineering qualification

What’s On Offer?

• Competitive salary of £38,000-£40,000
• Permanent, full‑time position
• Overtime opportunities available
• Stable employment within a growing business
• Modern manufacturing environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.