Computer Numerical Control Machinist

Tees Components; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Tees Components, a precision mechanical engineering firm, is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to set, program and operate milling or turning machines. You will produce precision components per drawings and specifications while maintaining strict quality standards.

The role offers opportunities to learn within a growing six-acre site and modern machine shop. Candidates should have a vocational machining qualification and a proactive, safety-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• Ability to set, program, and operate CNC machine tools (millers, horizontal or vertical borers, lathes)
• Demonstrated experience in Milling and/or Turning, including reading technical drawings and working to tight tolerances.
• Knowledge of Quality Control practices, including inspection of components and use of measuring tools.
• Relevant vocational qualification or apprenticeship in machining, engineering, or a closely related field.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and commitment to safe working practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively on-site, manage time effectively, and adapt to shifting priorities and project requirements.

Responsibilities

• The CNC Machinist will set, program, and operate CNC machines to produce precision components in line with engineering drawings and specifications.
• This role suits an experienced machinist seeking secure, quality employment with good conditions and opportunities to learn and grow.
• With our competency framework, machinists with a growth mindset can plan their development with a supportive management team.
• A careful approach to quality is important as we are trusted with customers’ components and must take good care of them.

Skills

CNC programming

Reading drawings

Quality control

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Vocational qualification or apprenticeship in machining

Tools

CNC milling

CNC turning

Job description

Company Description

Tees Components is a precision mechanical engineering company established in 1963, known for operating some of the largest CNC machines in the UK. Based on a six-acre Redcar & Cleveland site that runs days and nights, the company supports a wide range of projects from major energy and marine contracts to rapid local jobs and specialist pressure testing. With heavy investment in a modern machine shop and lifting equipment up to 70 tonnes, Tees Components delivers complex, high-profile work for industries including rail, renewable energy, nuclear (new build and decommissioning), and marine. The business is powered by a team of around 55 highly skilled, apprentice-trained mechanical engineers and supporting staff who bring deep technical expertise and a strong focus on innovation.

Role Description

The CNC Machinist will set, program, and operate CNC machines (milling or turning), to produce precision components in line with engineering drawings and specifications.

This role suits an experience machinist looking for secure, good quality employment with good conditions.Being a machinist at Tees Components is suited to someone who wants to continue learning, expand their experience and knowledge, and gain more skills.With our competency framework, machinists with a growth mindset can plan their development with a supportive management team.

A careful approach to quality is important, as we are trusted with our customers’ components and work to take good care of them.

Qualifications

• Ability to set, program, and operate CNC machine tools (millers, horizontal or vertical borers, lathes)
• Demonstrated experience in Milling and/or Turning, including reading technical drawings and working to tight tolerances.
• Knowledge of Quality Control practices, including inspection of components and use of measuring tools.
• Relevant vocational qualification or apprenticeship in machining, engineering, or a closely related field.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and commitment to safe working practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively on-site, manage time effectively, and adapt to shifting priorities and project requirements.