Development Machinist

Renishaw; St Davids; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9% non-contributory pension

Discretionary annual bonus

Subsidised onsite restaurants

Flexible working hours

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Job summary

A leading engineering company in St Davids is looking for a Development Machinist to join their Low Volume Manufacturing team. You will set and operate CNC machines, monitor quality, and generate programming using Gibbs CAM. Ideal candidates will have an apprenticeship in machining, good communication, and PC skills. This role offers up to £40,000 salary with a range of benefits on a full-time permanent contract.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have served an apprenticeship and have expertise in using a variety of CNC machine tools.
• Sound knowledge of manufacturing methodology is essential.
• Good PC skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Setting / Operating CNC machines to the standard set and run times.
• Interpret drawings and decide tooling selection.
• Monitor quality of components and complete quality documentation.
• Generate new component part programmes with Gibbs CAM.

Skills

CNC machining

Programming knowledge

Good verbal and written communication skills

PC skills

Education

Apprenticeship in machining

Tools

Gibbs CAM

CMM inspection

Job description

Overview

Development Machinist role at Renishaw in Miskin, South Wales. Salary up to £40,000 + 30% shift premium depending on experience. Location: Miskin, South Wales. Closing date: Friday, 19th September 2025. Work pattern: 3 shift pattern (6am – 2pm, 2pm – 10pm, 10pm – 6am). The purpose of the role is to provide additional programming, setting and operating resource to support the increased production demand of specials and low volume production parts.

We are currently recruiting for this position within Low Volume Manufacturing.

Important: If you are excited about the role but feel you don’t meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply as you may be suitable for this or another opportunity at Renishaw. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments during interviews and employment wherever required.

Responsibilities

• Setting / Operating CNC machines (Milling or Turning) to the standard set and run times
• Interpret drawings and use initiative in deciding tooling selection and the method of manufacture
• Monitor the quality of components using a wide range of equipment including CMM inspection and complete departmental quality documentation
• Generate new component part programmes with Gibbs CAM programming software and subsequent proof out of new processes

Key Requirements

• Applicants must have served an apprenticeship and have expertise in using a variety of CNC machine tools, including milling or turning
• A sound knowledge of manufacturing methodology to ensure that new processes are both capable and efficient
• Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills
• Good PC skills are essential

Desirable Requirements

• A comprehensive knowledge of CNC machining with some programming knowledge is desirable
• Experience using a variety of inspection methods including CMMs
• Expertise in the use of GibbsCam software would be desirable although full training will be provided for successful applicants

Benefits

Renishaw offers a benefits package including a 9% non-contributory pension, discretionary annual bonus, subsidised onsite restaurants and coffee shops, free parking, car sharing scheme and 24 hour fitness centres (not available at all sites). We promote healthy work-life balance with a hybrid working policy where applicable, plus a variable working programme, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Life Assurance, Cycle to Work, enhanced maternity pay (subject to criteria), Health Cash Plan, and optional health services. Additional information about benefits is available on request.

Renishaw is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and strive to create an inclusive culture aligned with our core values: Innovation, Inspiration, Integrity, and Involvement.

Employment details

• Employment Type: Permanent
• Time Type: Full time
• Requisition Number: R8373 Development Machinist (Open)