CNC Machinist - Turning - DOUBLE TIME AVAILABLE

Office Angels; Wigston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist - Turning in Wigston, Leicester. You will operate CNC lathes to produce precision components while adhering to tight tolerances. The ideal candidate has a strong background in precision machining and the ability to read engineering drawings. Competitive pay, overtime, and a supportive team environment are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Shift allowance

Overtime opportunities

Modern machinery

Qualifications

• Experience setting and operating CNC turning machinery.
• Strong ability to read engineering drawings.
• Precision machining experience across various materials.

Responsibilities

• Set and run CNC Turning Lathes.
• Machine high-precision components to tight deadlines.
• Carry out in-process checks using various measuring tools.
• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Operate multiple machines simultaneously.

Skills

CNC turning machinery operation

Reading engineering drawings

Precision machining

Use of measuring tools

Commitment to accuracy

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Shadow graph

Laser micrometer

Job description

CNC Machinist - Turning - Leicester

Are you an experienced CNC Machinist - Turning looking for a role with great earning potential, modern machinery, and a supportive team? We're recruiting skilled machinists to join a well‑established precision engineering environment in Wigston, Leicester, with plenty of overtime and shift allowance available.

Excellent Pay * Shift Allowance * Time & ½ * Double Time * High-Tech Environment

Shift Pattern (Rotating)

Mornings:

• Mon‑Thu: 6:00am - 2:30pm
• Fri: 6:00am - 11:30am

Afternoons:

• Mon‑Thu: 2:00pm - 10:30pm
• Fri: 11:30am - 5:00pm

The Role

As a CNC Machinist - Turning, you will set and run CNC Turning Lathes to produce precision components to extremely tight tolerances. You'll be part of a skilled team working with modern equipment and high standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and run CNC Turning Lathes
• Machine high‑precision components to tight deadlines
• Carry out in‑process checks using micrometers, digital calipers, shadow graph and laser micrometer
• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings
• Machine parts to tolerances as tight as 0.010mm / 10 microns
• Operate multiple machines simultaneously
• Maintain accurate machining records and TPM documentation
• Follow manufacturing procedures, quality standards and H&S guidelines
• Protect confidentiality of customer information
• Consistently deliver high‑quality, accurate work

What You'll Bring

• Experience setting and operating CNC turning machinery
• Strong ability to read engineering drawings
• Precision machining experience across various materials
• Confident use of measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, shadow graph, laser micrometer)
• A commitment to accuracy, quality and safe working practices

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