Machine Shop Engineer - Milling

Ambitek Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CIS payment

Umbrella payment

Job summary

Ambitek Limited in Manchester is seeking an experienced Machine Shop Engineer to set up and operate 3, 4 and 5-axis vertical milling machines, and to edit CNC programmes at the machine where required. You will produce high-quality components to spec and on schedule, reporting to the team leader and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires proven CNC milling and Fanuc control experience, with a hands-on approach, strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to delivering

Qualifications

• Experience setting and operating CNC milling machines across 3, 4 and 5-axis.
• Able to edit CNC programmes at the machine.
• Familiarity with Fanuc controls and inspection tooling.

Responsibilities

• Set and prove out jobs on 3, 4 and 5-axis milling machines, securing first-off approval.
• Operate machines with set-up, maintaining quality and consistency.
• Edit CNC programmes at the machine when required.
• Ensure tooling, fixtures and job documentation are prepared for production.
• Inspect finished components against drawings using CNC and manual CMM equipment.
• Carry out routine machine maintenance to support safe operation.
• Manage multiple machines as production requires.
• Escalate issues to Team Leaders, Planning, Maintenance and Engineering.

Skills

CNC milling

Fanuc controls

Quality awareness

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Tools

CMM equipment

Job description

The Opportunity

Our client, a well‑established manufacturing business, is looking for an experienced Machine Shop Engineer to join their team.

£18-£20 per hour, depending on experience | CIS or Umbrella

This is a hands‑on role focused on setting and operating 3, 4 and 5-axis vertical milling machines, with responsibility for producing high-quality components to specification and on schedule. You’ll also be expected to edit CNC programmes at the machine when required.

Reporting to the Machine Shop Team Leader, you’ll play an important role in maintaining quality, meeting production targets and supporting continuous improvement across the machine shop.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and prove out jobs on 3, 4 and 5-axis vertical milling machines, including securing first-off approval.


• Operate machines following set-up, maintaining quality and consistency throughout production runs.


• Edit CNC programmes at the machine where required.


• Ensure tooling, fixtures and job documentation are prepared and available to meet production requirements.


• Inspect finished components against engineering drawings using CNC and manual CMM equipment.


• Carry out routine machine maintenance to support safe and efficient operation.


• Operate multiple machines where production requirements allow.


• Escalate engineering and production issues to Team Leaders, Production Planning, Maintenance and Engineering.

About You

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience setting and operating CNC milling machines across 3, 4 and 5-axis applications.


• Experience editing CNC programmes at the machine.


• Experience with Fanuc controls.


• A sound understanding of engineering principles, machining methods and manufacturing practices.


• Basic IT skills, including confidence navigating file directories and network drives.


• A logical, methodical approach to problem‑solving, with a strong sense of urgency and a committed attitude to delivering results.

What’s on Offer?

• £18-£20 per hour, depending on experience.


• Choice of CIS or umbrella payment.