Machinist - Precision CNC, 4-Day Week, Great Benefits

CIRCOR International, Inc.; Uxbridge; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 day working week

Pension plan

Salary exchange option

5 weeks holiday

Medical insurance

Culture calendar

Birthday lunch monthly

Employee benefits portal

Active social club

Job summary

CIRCOR International, Hale Hamilton (Uxbridge), is seeking a skilled Machinist to set up and operate CNC horizontal machining centres to produce high-precision components for industrial applications. The role requires reading drawings, GD&T, and selecting tooling to maintain tight tolerances.

You will load programs, verify readiness, perform inspections with precision equipment, and contribute to continuous improvement while working a 4-day week.

Qualifications

• Completed engineering apprenticeship or equivalent technical qualification.
• Significant experience operating and setting CNC machining centres, ideally multi-axis.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in precision measurement and inspection techniques.
• Experience making programme edits; CNC programming knowledge is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently while contributing as part of a team.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills with attention to quality.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC horizontal machining centres, including pallet-changing and multi-axis machines, to produce high-quality precision components
• Load CNC programmes, set tool offsets and datums, and verify machine readiness prior to production
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, GD&T requirements, and process documentation
• Select, install and maintain cutting tools, fixtures and workholding devices to ensure efficient machining operations
• Manufacture components to tight tolerances using a variety of materials
• Perform in-process and final inspections using a range of precision measuring equipment.
• Make programme edits, tooling adjustments and offset corrections as required
• Monitor machine performance, identify issues and implement corrective actions to minimise downtime and maintain quality standards
• Carry out routine machine maintenance and maintain a clean, safe and organised work environment in line with 5S principles
• Adhere to all health, safety, quality and company procedures

Skills

CNC machining

Read drawings

GD&T interpretation

Problem solving

Teamwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering apprenticeship

Tools

Matsuura CNC

Job description

CIRCOR International, Hale Hamilton (Uxbridge), is seeking a skilled Machinist to set up and operate CNC horizontal machining centres to produce high-precision components for industrial applications. The role requires reading drawings, GD&T, and selecting tooling to maintain tight tolerances.

You will load programs, verify readiness, perform inspections with precision equipment, and contribute to continuous improvement while working a 4-day week.