Machinist Grade 1 (Nightshift)

Thompson Aero; Craigavon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

33 days annual leave

Health cash plan

Contributory Salary Sacrifice Pension

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Electric Car Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Thompson Aero Seating in Craigavon, United Kingdom is seeking a skilled Machinist to operate CNC machines, perform program proves, and contribute to shop-floor problem solving in line with the FAI process.

The night shift runs 19:30–07:30. You will ensure high-quality components to specification, train colleagues, and collaborate with engineering, supply chain and quality teams to drive continuous improvements and meet production targets.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience operating 3- and 5-axis CNC machines.
• Proficient with FANUC and Heidenhain control.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving for process improvements.
• Ability to train colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines to produce high quality components, ensuring that production deadlines are met, efficiently, safely and to appropriate quality standards
• Be completely accountable for world class quality
• Take ownership of problem solving to maximise machine capabilities and eliminate waste during machining with a key focus on continuous improvement
• Drive costs out of parts through implementing efficiency and improvement measures
• Liaise with the Technical Lead to discuss improvements to add value to the machining process consistently raising the bar on standards and leading by example
• Work closely with engineering, supply chain and quality colleagues to constantly “raise the bar” on process improvement, cost reduction and standards
• Check and maintain machinery daily to ensure functionality and liaise with the Technical Lead with any machine issues that affect quality and production
• Understand specifications of the task at hand using engineering drawings
• Inspect and measure finished products and determine if the process has been completed properly, engaging with internal stakeholders to ensure exceptional standards are maintained
• Liaise with Lead/Manager to ensure high standards of work and on time delivery in accordance with the business needs
• Ensure Health & Safety and housekeeping standards are adhered to
• Take ownership of issues and accelerate to management as required
• Maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas to ensure compliance with quality and safety regulations
• Maintain a safe, organised, and efficient work area

Skills

CNC experience

3 axis & 5 axis machines

FANUC control

Heidenhain control

Problem solving

Team player

Job description

• Location: Craigavon, County Armagh, United Kingdom
• Earnings: Salary discussed on application

A Machinist at Thompson Aero Seating is a skilled operator with an extensive knowledge of CNC machining processes and programming. They will be integral for shop floor problem solving and improvements while also conducting program prove outs in line with the Final Article Inspection (FAI) process. A keen eye for detail and great mechanical aptitude are also essential.

Responsible for operating a number of CNC Machines to their maximum ability with a focus on creativity, ensuring that all products are produced to the required specifications with a focus on world class quality standards, ensuring that targets are consistently met and exceeded.

This role is for night shift from 19:30 - 07:30 continental shift pattern in the Machine Shop.

Responsibilities

• Operate several CNC Machines to produce high quality components, ensuring that production deadlines are met, efficiently, safely and to appropriate quality standards
• Be completely accountable for world class quality
• Take ownership of problem solving to maximise machine capabilities and eliminate waste during machining with a key focus on continuous improvement
• Drive costs out of parts through implementing efficiency and improvement measures
• Liaise with the Technical Lead to discuss improvements to add value to the machining process consistently raising the bar on standards and leading by example
• Work closely with engineering, supply chain and quality colleagues to constantly “raise the bar” on process improvement, cost reduction and standards
• Check and maintain machinery daily to ensure functionality and liaise with the Technical Lead with any machine issues that affect quality and production
• Understand specifications of the task at hand using engineering drawings
• Inspect and measure finished products and determine if the process has been completed properly, engaging with internal stakeholders to ensure exceptional standards are maintained
• Liaise with Lead/Manager to ensure high standards of work and on time delivery in accordance with the business needs
• Ensure Health & Safety and housekeeping standards are adhered to
• Take ownership of issues and accelerate to management as required
• Maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas to ensure compliance with quality and safety regulations
• Maintain a safe, organised, and efficient work area

Reward

• Annual bonus (linked to company performance)
• 33 days annual leave (Increase after 5 years' service)
• 37.5 hours per week
• Health cash plan
• Contributory Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
• Holiday Purchase Scheme - Salary Sacrifice
• Electric Car Scheme - Salary Sacrifice
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Competitive enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• IVF & Assisted Conception Policy
• Women in Business - CorporateMember
• Service Awards
• Local charity /sponsorship activities
• Dedicated employee parking
• Discounted Gym membership
• Learning and development opportunities

Requirements

• 2+ years’ experience of both 3 and 5 Axis Machines and full competency with ability to train colleagues
• CNC experience
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Problem solving skills with a focus on process improvements.
• Team player
• Highly skilled with extensive knowledge of both FANUC & Heidenhain CNC control.
• Understanding of CNC programming and strategies

We reserve theright to enhance criteria on shortlisting.

Thompson Aero Seating is an Equal Opportunities employer.

The closing date for applications is the 6th September 2026at 17:00.