CNC Machinist - Milling

Prodrive; Banbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Banbury is seeking a CNC Milling Machinist. You will fully machine complex components, ensuring quality and timely delivery using 3-axis and 5-axis VMCs. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in small batch/ prototype manufacturing, knowledge of specific machines, and a proactive, reliable working style. This role offers competitive salary and several attractive benefits, including training opportunities and 25 days holiday.

Benefits

Attractive salary

25 days holiday

Training opportunities

Car and pension salary sacrifice schemes

Paid time off for volunteering

Consultations with Fit 4 Life expert

Social events

Exclusive company discounts

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role within small batch/prototype manufacturing.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Flexibility and positive approach are essential.

Responsibilities

• Fully machine parts using 3-axis and 5-axis VMC’s.
• Ensure high quality of machined parts.
• Assist with tooling or material requirements.

Skills

Experience in similar role

Knowledge of Matsuura, DMG or Colchester machines

Working knowledge of Heidenhain and Fanuc controls

Ability to work reliably under pressure

Good communication skills

Job description

At Prodrive we believe there’s no limit to what can be achieved when the brightest minds come together. Joining one focused and driven team, you will challenge boundaries in order to change the game for our customers. We combine our pace and agility with free-thinking to deliver complex engineering solutions and specialist manufacturing programmes to the automotive, aerospace, marine, and defence sectors, accelerating the net zero journey for our customers. We are also the world’s leading independent motorsport company and the business behind some of the greatest names and achievements in motorsport over the last 40 years.

We are looking for a CNC Milling Machinist to fully machine complex components and ensure quality and on time delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Fully machine parts as required using 3-axis and 5-axis VMC’s.
• Ensure quality of parts is to a high standard.
• Load offline programs and liaise with production engineer to optimise set up.
• Save all programs and set up sheets after every job.
• Assist Shift leaders and engineers with any tooling or material requirements.
• Safe operations of machines, tools and equipment.
• Ensure workshop standards are maintained and machines are kept clean at all times.

Who are we looking for?

• Previous experience in a similar role with a background working within a small batch / prototype manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Matsuura, DMG or Colchester machines preferable.
• A working knowledge of Heidenhain and Fanuc controls.
• Preferred industry would be Motorsport, Aerospace or research and development.
• Flexibility, a positive outlook and pro-active approach is essential.
• Ability to work reliably under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Well organised and a good communicator.
• May be required to work extended hours or weekends.

What can we offer you?

• An attractive salary which will grow in line with your ongoing development and impact
• 25 days holiday (which increases with long service) with an opportunity to purchase up to 15 extra days
• Training opportunities for continuing professional development
• Car and pension salary sacrifice schemes
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Consultations with our Fit 4 Life expert
• Social events throughout the year
• Exclusive company discounts
• Life assurance

We are an equal opportunities employer.

At Prodrive we are committed to attracting and nurturing the best talent and creating an inclusive workplace. We value individual differences and diversity amongst all staff so that everyone has the widest opportunities to maximise their potential. We aim to ensure that no job applicant is placed at a disadvantage by practices or requirements which disproportionately impact protected groups and which are not justified by the demands of the job. If you feel you are right for this role, we welcome your application.

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