CNC Process Technician

DK Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

DK Recruitment Ltd. are working with a precision engineering manufacturer based in Plymouth to expand their engineering team. The role focuses on hands-on CNC process technician work in multi-axis turning and milling environments, solving technical challenges at machine level.

The ideal candidate will have a solid engineering foundation through apprenticeship, formal education, or shopfloor experience, with opportunities for career progression within a high-precision manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Technical apprenticeship or hands-on CNC engineering background.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and shopfloor experience (e.g. toolmaking, machine setup, etc.)
• Proven problem-solving ability grounded in engineering principles.
• Experience with or a strong interest in mill turning and 5 axis machining, preferably with Swiss style lath experience, but not essential.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on production environment.

Responsibilities

• Support daily production processes in CNC Turning & Milling cells to ensure optimal machine performance and product quality.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues on the shopfloor using engineering fundamentals and root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to implement process improvements.
• Assist in tooling selection, setup, and maintenance to ensure efficient operations.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, and safety.
• Contribute to the development and documentation of process control methods and standard work instructions.
• Support the integration of apprentices and new technicians through mentoring and knowledge sharing.

Skills

CNC engineering background

Shopfloor experience

Problem-solving

5 axis machining

Apprenticeship

Tools

Toolmaking

Machine setup

Milling & turning

Job description

DK Recruitment are working with a precision engineering manufacturer based in Plymouth who are expanding their engineering team. The business has a strong culture of innovation, professional growth and are offering an exciting career journey.

My client is looking for technically skilled, CNC Process Technicians to join a dynamic engineering business to work within the shopfloor team in the multi axis high precision CNC Turning & Milling areas.

This hands-on role is ideal for individuals with an engineering mindset, who are passionate and able to solve technical challenges at a CNC machine level.

The ideal candidate will bring a solid foundation in engineering, whether through apprenticeship, formal education, or in-depth shopfloor experience. This position offers exciting opportunities for career progression and technical development within a high-precision manufacturing setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support daily production processes in our agile CNC Turning & Milling cells to ensure optimal machine performance and product quality.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues on the shopfloor using engineering fundamentals and root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to implement process improvements.
• Assist in tooling selection, setup, and maintenance to ensure efficient operations.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, and safety.
• Contribute to the development and documentation of process control methods and standard work instructions.
• Support the integration of apprentices and new technicians through mentoring and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications & Experience

• Technical apprenticeship or hands-on CNC engineering background.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and shopfloor experience (e.g. toolmaking, machine setup, etc.)
• Proven problem-solving ability grounded in engineering principles.
• Experience with or a strong interest in mill turning and 5 axis machining, preferably with Swiss style lath experience, but not essential.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on production environment.

Career Development Path

• Internal Development: Clear stage/level progression tied to skills assessments and performance.
• Apprenticeship Support: Opportunities to mentor and coach junior technicians.
• External Talent Development: Training pathways at machine manufacturers for machine type conversion as well as offline programming training.