CNC Machinist Aerospace Manufacturing

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd; Rochester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist for an aerospace manufacturing role in Rochester, Kent. The ideal candidate will have experience with CNC machines and a background in machining or manufacturing. This hands-on position offers a salary of £30,000 – £33,000, an early finish every Friday, and a supportive team environment. Applicants should possess a strong attention to detail and be comfortable in a fast-paced production setting.

Benefits

Early finish every Friday

Regular overtime (optional)

Generous benefits

Qualifications

• Background in machining or manufacturing (aerospace experience is advantageous).
• Experience with CNC machines (turning and/or milling).
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing quality work.

Responsibilities

• Machining aerospace components using CNC turning and milling.
• Working from engineering drawings and job cards.
• Carrying out inspection checks including first-offs.

Skills

CNC machining

Reading technical drawings

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

CNC Machinist – Aerospace Manufacturing

30,000 – £33,000 | Full-time | 48 hours per week

Location : Rochester, Kent

Contact : Emily – Karabelo Powell or Sammy Messenger – Pearson Whiffin Recruitment

PLEASE NOTE, NO SPONSORSHIP IS AVAILABLE FOR THIS ROLE, SO PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK.

An established aerospace manufacturing business is looking to strengthen its machine shop team with an experienced CNC Machinist / Machine Shop Operative.

This is a hands‑on role within a precision engineering environment, suited to someone who enjoys variety, accuracy and working to exacting standards.

What you’ll be doing :

• Machining aerospace components using CNC turning, CNC milling and manual machinery najlepszy
• Working from engineering drawings, job cards and machining instructions.
• Carrying out inspection checks, including first‑offs and in‑process checks.
• Accurately recording work completed via shop‑floor systems.
• Supporting the smooth flow of parts through the machine shop.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping, safety and quality.

What you’ll need to be successful :

• Background in machining or manufacturing (aerospace experience is highly advantageous).
• Experience with CNC machines (turning and / or milling).
• Confident reading technical drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing quality work.
• Comfortable in a fast‑paced, production‑led environment.
• A good level of physical fitness.
• Reliable, proactive and team‑focused.

What’s on offer?

• Salary of £30,000 – £33,000 depending on experience.
• An early finish every Friday!
• Regular overtime (optional)
• Secure, long‑term opportunity трактитив manufacturing business.
• Supportive team and well‑structured production environment.
• Generous benefits.

Progression opportunities

Apply with an up‑to‑date CV which details entire employment history as well as education and qualifications – interviews will be held in early January.