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Production Engineer - CNC Machining

Take the next step in your engineering career with Penta.

We're looking for a Production Engineer to join our Production Preparation Team. If you're an experienced machinist, CNC expert, or simply someone who thrives on solving problems and making things run smoothly, this could be the perfect role for you.

You’ll ensure everything is in place before machining begins-materials, tooling, equipment, drawings, and CAD files-so production runs efficiently, reliably, and to the highest quality standards. You’ll confirm customer requirements, prepare works order packs, and provide technical support to colleagues and customers. You’ll also play a hands‑on role in improving how we prepare and plan our work, helping Penta deliver exceptional results every time.

• A solid understanding of CNC machining processes.
• Confidence to engage with customers to clarify requirements and offer informed machining design advice where appropriate.
• Inquisitive with a strong attention to detail, the confidence to make decisions and translate customer requirements into clear, accurate work instructions.
• A collaborative approach, always ready to support colleagues and improve the way we work.
• A self‑starter and team player who can manage their priorities and time.
• Computer and CAD / CAM literate and willing to train and adopt Autodesk Fusion 360.

If you’re a machinist ready for the next step, don’t worry if you don’t tick every box. If you share our values-flexibility, care, continuous improvement, teamwork-we’ll invest in your development.

• Competitive salary - tell us what you’re looking for; if you’re right for us, we’ll make it work.
• Profit‑related bonus scheme.
• 34 days’ annual leave (including statutory holidays) - plus your birthday off!
• Company sickness scheme
• Contributory pension (qualifying criteria apply).
• A modern, forward‑thinking work environment with supportive colleagues.
• Hours: Mon‑Thu 7:30am‑5:00pm (30 min lunch), Fri 7:30am‑12:30pm.

Founded in 1998 by five engineers, Penta has grown into a trusted partner for aerospace, defence, medical, marine and scientific industries. In 2012, we achieved ship‑to‑stock status with a major aerospace OEM after maintaining a quality performance of over 99.5%. Since then, we’ve invested in new facilities, people, and 24/7 automated 5‑axis machinery–trebling our size and capabilities.

Our Core Target is simple: to be “the engineering company where everyone wants to work, and everyone wants to buy from.”

If you’re excited by this opportunity and ready to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next big step in your career.