CNC & Manual Machinist, Precision Engineering

The Clever Fish Recruitment; Manchester; Vor Ort; GBP 26.000 - 35.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Clever Fish Recruitment seeks a skilled CNC Machinist to join a university workshop in Manchester. You will produce precision components from engineering drawings using conventional and CNC machines, and generate CAM toolpaths from SolidWorks models.

The role supports teaching and research, with variety in one‑offs and small batches. We expect experience with turning/milling, an appropriate mechanical engineering qualification, and the ability to work independently within a team while

Qualifikationen

• Experience as CNC machinist with lathe, mill and CNC centers.
• Experience on turning and milling machines with tight tolerances.
• Produces precision components from engineering drawings.
• Mechanical engineering qualification (ONC/HNC/HND or equivalent).
• Apprentice trained and able to work independently or in a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; deadline awareness.

Aufgaben

• Manufacture precision components and small assemblies from drawings.
• Operate conventional and CNC machines and set tools.
• Create toolpaths using CAM software from SolidWorks models.
• Support teaching and research activities in the workshop.
• Maintain safety and good housekeeping in the workshop.

Kenntnisse

CNC machining

Milling and turning

Precision engineering

Independent work

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Mechanical Engineering ONC/HNC/HND

Apprentice trained

Tools

CAD/CAM software

CAM software (SolidWorks etc.)

Jobbeschreibung

35 hours per week. 8:00am to 4:00pm Monday to Friday.

(Flexibility Essential).

Initially temporary up to Christmas, high chance of permanenet in January2027.

Overall Purpose of the Job:

The technician will be required to produce a wide range of precision components and assemblies, using an extensive range of machine tools and equipment, including both conventional and CNC machines, within one of the university's mechanical workshops. This role is to support teaching and research activities in the Faculty of Science and Engineering by manufacturing components, from engineering drawings, and by using CAM software generated from SolidWorks 3D models. The work is interesting and varied with generally one-off components or small batches.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

• Experienced CNC machinist - Lathe, Miller and Machining Centres.
• Experienced in operating conventional turning and milling machines.
• Experienced in producing precision components to tight tolerances.
• Mechanical Engineering ONC or BTEC Higher National Certificate or Diploma or equivalent.
• Apprentice Trained.
• Specialised knowledge in the appropriate technical area or areas and in the use of machines, tools, and equipment necessary to carry out the technical duties of the post.
• Ability to work independently whilst contributing to a larger team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to organise own work to meet deadlines.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

• Knowledge of CAD and CAM, e.g. modifying CAD drawings, importing CAD files into CAM software, in-depth CAM software knowledge to create tool paths for both 2-axis turning centres and 3-axis machining centres
• IOSHH Health & Safety or similar qualification

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The Clever Fish Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business with regards to this vacancy. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we welcome applications regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability, or age. All applicants are considered based on their merits and abilities for the job.