CNC Turning Machinist, Fareham

Wild Recruitment; Fareham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced CNC Turning Machinist to work with a prestigious aerospace manufacturer in Fareham, England. The ideal candidate will have proven experience operating CNC lathes, the ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, and a focus on quality and precision. Join a supportive environment that encourages skill growth and adherence to safety and quality assurance standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a precision engineering or aerospace environment.
• Ability to program and edit CNC lathes at the machine.
• Experience working to AS9100 standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes with fanuc control systems.
• Produce components to specified tolerances and finishes.
• Carry out in-process inspection using precision measuring instruments.

Skills

Operating CNC lathes

Reading engineering drawings

Using precision measuring equipment

Programming CNC machines

Attention to detail

Quality-focused mindset

Education

Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering / CNC Machining

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Overview
Wild Recruitment are working with a leading Aerospace manufacturer and for experienced CNC Turning Machinists

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes – fanuc control systems
• 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.
• Complete relevant production and quality documentation accurately.
• Adhere to all company health & safety and quality assurance procedures.
• Work closely with the Quality and Manufacturing Engineering teams to ensure parts meet design intent and customer requirementsWork closely with the

Required Experience

• Proven experience operating CNC lathes in a precision engineering or aerospace environment.
• Ability to program and edit directly at the machine.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Experience working to AS9100 standards preferred.
• 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.

If you are passionate about machining and looking for an opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting position as a CNC Turning Machinist.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.