Permanent CNC Machinist - Aerospace Precision, Cambridge

Orion Electrotech; Cambourne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Electrotech is recruiting a CNC Machinist for a Cambridge-based role within a precision engineering environment serving Aerospace and Defence sectors.

The role involves programming, setting and operating CNC turning machines to produce high-precision components to tight tolerances, with in-process inspections and close collaboration with the production team to meet deadlines. Permanent, full-time position with a shift pattern as outlined.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CNC Turner.
• Ability to independently programme, set and operate CNC lathes.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and precision machining techniques.
• Experience producing complex components to tight tolerances.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Programming, setting and operating CNC turning machines.
• Manufacturing precision-engineered components to tight tolerances.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Carrying out in-process inspections to ensure quality standards are met.
• Making tooling and offset adjustments as required.
• Maintaining high standards of safety, quality and housekeeping.
• Working closely with the production team to meet production targets and customer deadlines.

Skills

CNC turning

Programming CNC lathes

Reading drawings

Quality inspections

Safety compliance

Tools

Fanuc controls

Twin-Spindle Lathes

Job description

Orion Electrotech is recruiting a CNC Machinist for a Cambridge-based role within a precision engineering environment serving Aerospace and Defence sectors.

The role involves programming, setting and operating CNC turning machines to produce high-precision components to tight tolerances, with in-process inspections and close collaboration with the production team to meet deadlines. Permanent, full-time position with a shift pattern as outlined.