CNC Machinist - Precision, Low-Volume Parts, Day Shift

Mansell Recruitment Group; Luton; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Life assurance

Healthcare cashback scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Ongoing training and development

Holiday buy/sell scheme

Employee discount scheme

Career progression

Job summary

The client is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to join their machine shop. This hands-on role involves programming, setting and operating CNC milling or turning machines to manufacture precision components in a low-volume, high-quality environment.

The role requires strong precision engineering background, experience with tight tolerances from engineering drawings, and good inspection skills using measuring equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience programming, setting and operating CNC milling or turning machines.
• Strong precision engineering background.
• Experience working to tight tolerances from engineering drawings.
• Good knowledge of inspection techniques using measuring equipment.
• A proactive attitude with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience in low-volume, high-precision manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Program, set and operate CNC milling or turning machines.
• Manufacture precision components to engineering drawings and tight tolerances.
• Produce low-volume, high-quality machined parts.
• Manufacture and modify jigs, fixtures and tooling.
• Carry out first-off and in-process inspection using precision measuring equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Record production activity using the ERP system.
• Work to production schedules and machining times.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain high standards of quality, housekeeping and health & safety.

Skills

CNC programming

CNC setting

CNC operation

Precision engineering

Tight tolerances

Quality inspection

Tools

CNC milling

CNC turning

Measuring equipment

Job description

The client is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to join their machine shop. This hands-on role involves programming, setting and operating CNC milling or turning machines to manufacture precision components in a low-volume, high-quality environment.

The role requires strong precision engineering background, experience with tight tolerances from engineering drawings, and good inspection skills using measuring equipment.