Machine Shop Technician

Mansell Recruitment Group Plc; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early finish Fridays

Career development

Training opportunities

Investment in equipment

Job summary

Mansell Recruitment Group Plc is recruiting on behalf of a respected engineering manufacturer for a Machine Shop Technician. The role covers CNC and conventional machining, producing precision components from prototype to small production runs.

You will read engineering drawings, set up tooling, monitor quality, and collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve methods and efficiency. A proactive, detail‑oriented mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a CNC machining environment with ability to read engineering drawings.
• Solid understanding of tooling, processes and manufacturing principles.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing high‑quality work.
• Self‑motivated with fault‑finding and continuous improvement mindset.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to develop new skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC and manual machine tools.
• Produce precision components from drawings and specifications.
• Select tooling and work-holding for various operations.
• Manufacture low-volume and bespoke components to tight tolerances.
• Inspect finished work with measuring equipment for dimensional accuracy.
• Monitor machine performance and perform routine maintenance checks.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to solve manufacturing challenges.
• Identify opportunities to improve methods, workflow and productivity.
• Assist with new manufacturing techniques and workshop practices.
• Maintain a safe, organized working environment.

Skills

CNC machining

Drawing reading

Machining principles

Attention to detail

Fault finding

Continuous improvement

Teamwork

Independence

Proactive

Job description

Our client is a respected engineering manufacturer with a reputation for producing high-quality machined components for customers operating in technically demanding sectors. As the business continues to expand, it is looking to strengthen its workshop team by recruiting an experienced Machine Shop Technician.

This position would suit someone who enjoys a varied machining role and is looking to take on more responsibility over time. In addition to producing quality components, you'll be encouraged to contribute ideas that improve manufacturing efficiency, support new ways of working, and help shape the future direction of the workshop.

For the right individual, there are genuine opportunities to progress into a leadership position as the department develops.

The Role

Working within a busy machine shop, you'll be involved in the manufacture of precision components from prototype work through to small production batches. You'll work with a variety of CNC and conventional machine tools while ensuring work is completed safely, accurately and to the highest quality standards.

Typical duties will include:

• Setting up and operating CNC and manual machine tools.


• Producing precision components from engineering drawings and technical specifications.


• Selecting suitable tooling and work-holding methods for a range of machining operations.


• Manufacturing low-volume and bespoke components to tight tolerances.


• Inspecting finished work using a range of measuring equipment to ensure dimensional accuracy.


• Monitoring machine performance and carrying out routine maintenance checks.


• Working alongside engineering and production teams to overcome manufacturing challenges.


• Identifying opportunities to improve machining methods, workflow and productivity.


• Assisting with the introduction of new manufacturing techniques and improved workshop practices.


• Maintaining a safe, organised and efficient working environment.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience working within a CNC machining environment.


• Confidence reading and working from engineering drawings.


• A solid understanding of machining principles, tooling selection and manufacturing processes.


• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality work.


• A practical approach to fault finding and continuous improvement.


• The ability to work independently while also contributing as part of a wider team.


• A proactive attitude with a willingness to develop new skills.

The Package

• Competitive salary based on experience.


• Permanent, full-time position with an early finish on Fridays.


• Long-term career development within an expanding engineering business.


• Ongoing training and opportunities to broaden your technical skills.


• A varied role working across both CNC and conventional machining.


• The chance to contribute to process improvements and future workshop development.


• Supportive working environment with investment in people, equipment and manufacturing capability.