CNC Machinists (Turners, Millers, Grinders)

Owen Daniels; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 46,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowances

Pension

Sick pay

On-site parking

Training & development

Career opportunities

Job summary

Owen Daniels is seeking experienced CNC Machinists to join a world-leader in industrial turbochargers. The role covers CNC Milling, Turning and Grinding to produce high-precision components for sectors including marine, power generation, rail and oil & gas.

The candidate will read drawings, set up tooling, and ensure tight tolerances within a highly regulated environment. The position offers a 3-shift rotating pattern (37 hours/week) at Lincoln, with competitive pay, overtime and career

Qualifications

• Experience setting and operating CNC Milling, Turning or Grinding machines.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience machining high-precision metal components to tight tolerances.
• Experience working in regulated/high-precision manufacturing.
• At least 4 years' relevant industry experience is desirable.
• NVQ Level 3 or time-served apprenticeship desirable.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC Milling, Turning or Grinding machines.
• Produce high-precision metal components to tight tolerances.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Use calibrated measuring equipment to verify parts meet standards.
• Complete machining operations efficiently and in line with production requirements.
• Work as part of a multi-skilled team across CNC areas.
• Maintain quality, health & safety and housekeeping standards.
• Support production targets and continuous improvement.
• Be flexible to work additional hours as required.

Skills

CNC Milling

CNC Turning

CNC Grinding

Drawings reading

Measuring tools

Team player

Shift flexibility

Quality & safety

Education

NVQ Level 3

Time-served apprenticeship

Tools

Calibrated measuring equipment

Job description

Are you an experienced CNC Machinist looking for your next opportunity? Our client, a world leader in the design, manufacture and support of industrial turbochargers, is expanding and looking for skilled CNC Machinists to join their team. They are looking for experienced CNC Millers, CNC Turners and CNC Grinders to produce high-precision components for a range of demanding industries, including marine, power generation, rail and oil & gas. The ideal candidate will have strong CNC machining experience, be confident setting and operating machinery, and have experience working with precision metal components to tight tolerances. You will need to be comfortable working within a highly regulated, high-precision manufacturing environment.

CNC Machinist – Millers, Turners & Grinders Permanent or Contract

37 hours per week

3-Shift Rotating Pattern

Location: Lincoln

Job Description

• Set and operate CNC Milling, Turning or Grinding machines.
• Produce high-precision metal components to tight tolerances.
• Set machines with the required workholding and tooling in accordance with relevant procedures.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Use a variety of calibrated measuring equipment to ensure components meet required standards.
• Complete machining operations efficiently and accurately in line with production requirements.
• Work as part of a multi-skilled team across different CNC machining areas.
• Maintain high standards of quality, health & safety and housekeeping.
• Support production targets and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Be flexible to work additional hours and overtime when required.

Essential Experience/Skills/Qualifications

• Experience setting and operating CNC Milling, Turning or Grinding machines.
• CNC Millers: Minimum 3-axis milling experience.
• CNC Turners: Minimum 2-axis turning experience.
• Experience machining high-precision metal components to tight tolerances.
• Experience working within a highly regulated or high-precision manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Experience using a variety of calibrated measuring equipment.
• At least 4 years' relevant industry experience is desirable.
• Recognised time-served Mechanical Engineering apprenticeship / NVQ Level 3 is desirable but not essential.
• Self-motivated with good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good timekeeping and a flexible approach to shift patterns and additional hours.
• Strong awareness of health & safety requirements within a manufacturing environment.

Company Benefits

• Competitive salary / contractor rates.
• Shift allowance of 10% for AM, 15% for PM and 28% for nights.
• Overtime available, with approximately 6 hours per week available if required.
• Overtime paid at 1.25x Monday–Friday and 1.5x weekends.
• Company pension.
• Sick pay.
• Free on-site parking.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Opportunity to join a global organisation with excellent career opportunities in the UK and internationally.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established and growing manufacturing business with a strong order book and significant growth planned over the next 3–5 years.