Machine Shop Technician

GTS Group Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Managing Director to oversee precision manufacturing operations. This hands-on role focuses on low-volume, high-precision components, requiring strong skills in CNC programming and machining. The ideal candidate will have a background as an apprentice-trained machinist with experience in engineering environments, supporting new part development and ensuring quality standards. This position involves working closely with design and engineering teams to drive continuous improvement in the manufacturing lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Apprentice-trained machinist or equivalent experience in a precision engineering environment.
• Strong CNC programming, setting and operating capability.
• Confident reading engineering drawings and tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture prototype and small-batch components using modern CNC milling and turning equipment.
• Program, set and operate CNC machine tools, including multi-axis machining.
• Inspect components to ensure conformance with drawings and specifications.

Skills

CNC programming

CNC setting

CNC operating

Reading engineering drawings

Education

Apprentice-trained machinist or equivalent experience

Job description

Managing Director at GTS Engineering & Manufacturing - 01908 880472 - [e-mail]

Precision Manufacturing Opportunity

We’re seeking an experienced machining professional to join a specialist engineering environment focused on low-volume, high-precision components. This is a hands‑on role offering exposure across the full manufacturing lifecycle, from early concepts through to finished parts.

The role

• Manufacture prototype and small‑batch components using modern CNC milling and turning equipment
• Program, set and operate CNC machine tools, including multi‑axis machining
• Work closely with design and engineering teams to support new part development
• Inspect components to ensure conformance with drawings and specifications
• Contribute to continuous improvement, quality and safe working practices

What we’re looking for

• Apprentice‑trained machinist or equivalent experience in a precision engineering environment
• Strong CNC programming, setting and operating capability
• Confident reading engineering drawings and tolerances
• Proactive, self‑motivated communicator with a quality‑focused mindset

This role suits someone who enjoys variety, problem‑solving and working in a technically advanced workshop environment.

For more information, or to apply, please contact Kieran Wilson