CNC Machinist

Programmed GO; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern workshop

Training & development

Career stability

Supportive team

Competitive remuneration

Project exposure

Job summary

Persol NZ is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist/Programmer in Tauranga to take parts from engineering drawings through to precision components. You will work on engineering plastics, composites, and metals using modern CNC equipment in a diverse, project-based environment.

The role emphasizes non-repetitive work with a modern workshop, ongoing training, and the opportunity to contribute to projects for leading New Zealand manufacturers.

Qualifications

• Proven CNC programming experience.
• Strong experience with CNC milling and turning.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Solid understanding of machining principles and tolerances.
• Experience using CAM software.
• Proactive problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Program CNC machines from engineering drawings.
• Create and optimise CAM programs.
• Set up and operate CNC milling and turning machines.
• Manufacture precision components to tight tolerances.
• Conduct quality inspections and verify finished parts.
• Select tooling and machining strategies.

Skills

CNC programming

Milling & turning

Engineering drawings

CAM software

Problem solving

Engineering plastics

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Are you an experienced CNC Machinist who enjoys complex, custom machining rather than repetitive production work?

We're seeking a skilled CNC Machinist / Programmer to join a well-established engineering business - based in Tauranga. This role offers diverse and challenging work, taking projects from engineering drawings through to finished precision components.

Working across a variety of industries, you'll be machining predominantly engineering plastics, along with composite materials and metals, using modern CNC equipment and technology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program CNC machines from engineering drawings
• Create and optimise CAM programs
• Set up and operate CNC milling and turning machines
• Manufacture precision components to tight tolerances
• Conduct quality inspections and verify finished parts
• Select appropriate tooling and machining strategies
• Troubleshoot machining and programming issues
• Collaborate with engineers and production teams
• Maintain high standards of safety and workshop housekeeping

To succeed in this role, you'll ideally have:

• Proven CNC programming experience
• Strong experience with CNC milling and turning
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Excellent understanding of machining principles and tolerances
• Experience using CAM software
• A proactive approach and strong problem-solving abilities
• Experience machining engineering plastics would be highly advantageous.

What's On Offer?

• Varied, project-based work with minimal repetitive production machining
• Modern workshop and CNC technology
• Long-term career stability with a growing business
• Supportive and experienced team environment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Competitive remuneration based on skills and experience
• Opportunity to contribute to projects for leading New Zealand manufacturers

Who we are

At PERSOL, we connect people to meaningful work and growth.
With decades of experience and a future-focused mindset, we're here to support your career journey. We offer fresh opportunities, trusted guidance, and a people-first approach.

We're committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace that embraces diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives.
We strongly encourage applications from individuals from all communities.

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