CNC Machinist: Global Growth in Multi‑Axis Milling

West Pharmaceutical Services; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Leadership development

Global career opportunities

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

West Pharmaceutical Services in the United Kingdom seeks a skilled machinist to set and operate CNC milling machines and surface grinders for elastomer and plastic tooling components used in pharma manufacturing. The role emphasizes precision, inspection, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate holds a mechanical engineering degree and has experience with SolidWorks/AutoCAD, on-machine programming, and interpreting engineering drawings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent.
• No minimum experience; 0–2 years preferred.
• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing is preferred.
• SolidWorks and AutoCAD experience required.
• Experience setting and operating CNC equipment.
• On-machine programming experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of cutting tools and machining materials.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC milling machines (3- and 4-axis).
• Set and operate CNC/NC surface grinders.
• Carry out in-process quality inspections and address issues.
• Comply with Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality policies.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings accurately.
• Follow process instructions, control plans and maintenance schedules.
• Follow company Code of Conduct and Guiding Principles.
• Maintain proper use of equipment and assets.

Skills

CNC equipment

On-machine programming

Measuring equipment

Engineering drawings

Cutting tools

PC skills

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

West Pharmaceutical Services in the United Kingdom seeks a skilled machinist to set and operate CNC milling machines and surface grinders for elastomer and plastic tooling components used in pharma manufacturing. The role emphasizes precision, inspection, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate holds a mechanical engineering degree and has experience with SolidWorks/AutoCAD, on-machine programming, and interpreting engineering drawings.