CNC Machinist - Nights

NOV Inc; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

NOV Inc seeks a skilled CNC Machinist for the Night Shift in Manchester. The successful candidate will operate CNC machines, conduct quality checks, and maintain precision in manufacturing environments. This role offers opportunities for personal and career development within a supportive and safe workplace committed to excellence.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Pension Plan

Income Protection

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship in CNC disciplines is essential.
• Experience with high-productivity machine shop environments is a plus.
• Multi-axis CNC machining expertise preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines to produce high-quality components efficiently.
• Load parts, prove programs, and perform inspections.
• Read engineering drawings and maintain safe work areas.

Skills

CNC programming knowledge (Mazatrol and Fanuc controls)

Experience operating various CNC machines

Manual handling, slinging, and lifting certification

Basic computer literacy

Education

Time-served apprenticeship in CNC disciplines (City & Guilds Level 3 or NVQ Level 3)

ONC/HNC in Mechanical and Production Engineering

Job description

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As a CNC Machinist on the Night Shift at our Greengate Business Unit, you will be responsible for the efficient operation and control of CNC machines to produce precision-engineered components. Utilizing your expertise, you will perform set-ups, first article inspections, and quality checks, ensuring all parts conform to exacting specifications. You will also have opportunities to develop your technical and leadership capabilities within a dynamic production environment.

About the Company

NOV is a leading provider of technology-driven solutions to the global energy industry. At our Greengate location, we uphold a legacy of innovation and excellence, fostering a culture that values safety, integrity, and professional growth. We support our employees with training, development, and opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects across our global network.

What We Offer

• A supportive and safety-focused workplace
• Opportunities for personal and career development
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Engagement in varied, high-precision manufacturing tasks
• Training on advanced CNC technologies and processes

Key Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines to produce high-quality components efficiently and safely
• Conduct set-up changes, run production, and perform first article inspections
• Load parts, prove programs, set offsets, edit controls, de-burr and inspect for quality
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and job orders
• Monitor and adjust machine operations to maintain precision
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and perform basic preventative maintenance
• Comply with all NOV Quality and HSE policies
• Perform additional duties as required by business needs

Qualifications & Skills

• Time-served apprenticeship in CNC disciplines (City & Guilds Level 3 or NVQ Level 3)
• Experience operating various CNC machines
• Familiarity with high-productivity machine shop environments
• CNC programming knowledge (Mazatrol and Fanuc controls)
• Basic computer literacy and HSE awareness
• ONC/HNC in Mechanical and Production Engineering
• Manual machining experience
• Multi-axis CNC machining expertise
• Manual handling, slinging, and lifting certification

Why Join Us

Join our Global Family: We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create a lasting impact for ourselves, our customers, and the communities where we work and live. We take responsibility for each other and our company’s future, knowing that personal ownership leads to broader success.

At NOV, we are committed to supporting your personal, financial, and professional wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Finance & Protection

• Pension Plan
• Income Protection
• Life Assurance

Flexible Benefits(via salary sacrifice options for you and your family)