CNC Milling Machinist — Split Shift, Nuneaton

First Base Employment Ltd; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

First Base Employment Ltd is seeking a skilled CNC Milling Machinist in Nuneaton on a split double shift. You will work on tooling for composite components, including epoxy boards and carbon parts, and machine aluminum and steel to tight tolerances.

The role requires hands-on operation, reading drawings, and keeping speeds/feeds correct while maintaining safety and housekeeping. You will collaborate with the CNC Team Leader to meet production timings and contribute to process improvements.

Qualifications

• Fully trained in CNC milling with Heidenhain or Mazatrol controllers.
• Strong understanding of machining technology and tolerances.
• Experience in bespoke manufacturing projects.
• Hands-on, time-served machinist.
• Reads and interprets drawings.

Responsibilities

• CNC machining of tooling for composite components and jigs/fixtures.
• Machining aluminium, steel and other metals to required specs.
• Set up components and fixtures, achieving consistent results.
• Maintain correct speeds/feeds and optimise operating practices.
• Meet program cycle times and work with left/right-hand parts.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the work area.
• Perform preventative maintenance on machines.
• Support other tasks across the Nuneaton site.

Skills

CNC milling

Heidenhain controllers

Mazatrol controllers

Reading drawings

Tolerances

Team oriented

Deadline-driven

Job description

First Base Employment Ltd is seeking a skilled CNC Milling Machinist in Nuneaton on a split double shift. You will work on tooling for composite components, including epoxy boards and carbon parts, and machine aluminum and steel to tight tolerances.

The role requires hands-on operation, reading drawings, and keeping speeds/feeds correct while maintaining safety and housekeeping. You will collaborate with the CNC Team Leader to meet production timings and contribute to process improvements.