Precision CNC Fabrication Tech (3-5 Axis) – Rotating Shifts

Rose & Young Recruitment Limited; Oadby; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Rose & Young Recruitment Limited is seeking a skilled Fabrication Technician to join a small team manufacturing precision optics. You will operate CNC machinery including 3-axis CNC milling, read technical drawings, and work to SOPs and quality standards.

Rotating shift pattern 6:00am–2:00pm and 2:00pm–10:00pm, with occasional late shifts. A strong focus on reducing scrap, continuous improvement, health and safety, and accurate documentation is required.

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC milling machines (3-axis) in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret and work from technical drawings and CAD data.
• Proven team player with flexibility to work rotating shifts.
• Strong focus on quality, efficiency, and reducing scrap/write-offs.
• Familiarity with SOPs and work instruction documents.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machinery including 3AXIS milling to manufacture precision components.
• Adhere to standard operating procedures and work instructions.
• Contribute to continuous process improvements as part of the team or under supervision.
• Maintain route cards and relevant paperwork with accuracy.
• Read and interpret technical drawings to ensure product conformity.
• Strive to minimize scrap and rework while ensuring high-quality output.
• Comply with Health & Safety requirements.

Skills

CNC Milling experience

3AXIS – essential

4 AXIS experience

Read technical drawings

Team player / flexible

Job description

Rose & Young Recruitment Limited is seeking a skilled Fabrication Technician to join a small team manufacturing precision optics. You will operate CNC machinery including 3-axis CNC milling, read technical drawings, and work to SOPs and quality standards.

Rotating shift pattern 6:00am–2:00pm and 2:00pm–10:00pm, with occasional late shifts. A strong focus on reducing scrap, continuous improvement, health and safety, and accurate documentation is required.