Programming Machinist

Metalis Engineering Recruitment Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable manufacturing company in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced CNC / Manual Machinist to join their skilled in-house team. The role involves operating CNC and manual machines, supporting production, and maintaining precision parts. Candidates should have strong CNC machining experience, particularly with Fanuc, and be comfortable with programming at the machine. This opportunity offers a stable work environment with flexible shifts and competitive earnings.

Benefits

Stable and well-respected employer

Good sick pay policy

Qualifications

• Strong CNC machining experience required, particularly Fanuc.
• Ability to confidently work on both manual and CNC lathes and mills.
• Comfort with online programming and editing.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC and manual machines (turning & milling).
• Support production by modifying and maintaining precision parts/tooling.
• Collaborate with other machinists and departments.

Skills

CNC machining experience (Fanuc essential)

Manual machining skills

Editing programs at the machine

Reading engineering drawings

CAD/CAM (SolidWorks) experience

Education

Apprentice-trained or time-served

Job description

Metalis are working with a long-established manufacturing business, who are looking to add an experienced CNC / Manual Machinist to their small but skilled in-house team.

The role sits within the toolroom, supporting both production and maintenance. It's ideal for someone who enjoys varied, hands-on machining work, including one-off pieces and the repair/modification of specialist components.

What you'll be doing:

• Operating CNC and manual machines (turning & milling)
• Online programming and editing (primarily Fanuc and XYZ controls)
• Supporting production by modifying, repairing, and maintaining precision parts/tooling
• Reading and working from engineering drawings
• Collaborating with other machinists and departments to support wider site operations

What we're looking for:

• Strong CNC machining experience (Fanuc essential)
• Confident with both manual and CNC lathes/mills
• Comfortable editing programs at the machine (online)
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings
• CAD/CAM (SolidWorks) experience is a bonus, not a dealbreaker
• Ideally apprentice-trained, but time-served candidates also considered

Hours & Pay:

• Flexible shifts being considered - current setup includes a core day shift, but early and late shifts could be introduced in future to suit the team
• Average earnings c. 37,113 including base rate, shift supplement, and attendance bonus (all paid on holidays too)

Why consider it?

• Stable and well-respected employer
• Hands-on, practical role with variety day-to-day
• Good sick pay policy

If you're a capable machinist looking for a long-term move with a solid employer, feel free to apply or drop me a message for more info.