CNC Millers/Turners/Machinist

Latitude Recruitment; Titchfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking skilled CNC Machinists for an aerospace company near Fareham, England. You will set up and operate CNC milling machines and lathes, interpreting engineering drawings and ensuring component accuracy. The role offers a competitive hourly rate of £17.52 - £21.71, with ongoing opportunities for overtime. Applicants should have experience in precision engineering and an NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or CNC Machining.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating CNC lathes in precision engineering or aerospace environment.
• Adjust tooling, offsets and feeds/speeds to optimise machining processes.
• Strong attention to detail and quality-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC milling machines.
• Interpret and work from aerospace engineering drawings.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of machines.

Skills

CNC lathe operation

CNC milling operation

Reading engineering drawings

Use of precision measuring equipment

Attention to detail

Teamwork and flexibility

Education

Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering / CNC Machining

Job description

Overview

Latitude Recruitment are recruiting 6 x CNC Machinist to work on behalf of our engineering and manufacturing client based in Fareham, Hampshire. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established aerospace company based near Fareham.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC milling machines - 3/4/5 axis (experience dependant).
• Set up and operate CNC lathes - Fanuc control systems (experience dependant).
• Interpret and work from complex aerospace engineering drawings and process specifications.
• Produce components to specified tolerances and surface finishes.
• Carry out in-process inspection using precision measuring instruments (e.g., micrometres, verniers, bore gauges).
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of machines and tools.

Skills and experience

• Proven experience operating CNC lathes in a precision engineering or aerospace environment.
• Adjust tooling, offsets and feeds/speeds to optimise machining processes.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment and maintain accurate documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and quality-focused mindset.
• Flexible, proactive, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering / CNC Machining preferred.

Salary and Working Hours

• £17.52 - £21.71ph. Basic hours; overtime is also available.
• Various shifts available across days and nights.
• Minimum 12 month contract.