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CNC Machinist

CNC Machinist

Salary: Up to £48,000 per annum (including shift uplift)
Location: 10-minute drive from Uxbridge, Middlesex
Hours: Continental Shifts – Early: 06:00–16:00 / Late: 12:00–22:00
Pattern: Rotation between early and late shifts (no consecutive weeks) – 177 working days per year, approx. 25 weekends
Start Date: ASAP
Type: Permanent

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a globally recognised, multi-award-winning engineering company near Uxbridge, producing low-batch, high-precision safety components for the Aerospace and Defence sectors.

As a CNC Machinist, you’ll work in a fast-paced CNC department operating a variety of machines, contributing to the production of critical components in a high-spec environment.

Benefits:

  • Up to £48,000 per annum (including shift allowance)
  • Annual company bonus
  • 9% non-contributory pension scheme
  • Healthcare cash plan and life assurance
  • Continental shift pattern with balanced work-life schedule
  • Strong commitment to training and professional development

CNC Machinist Responsibilities:

  • Setting and operating CNC mills and lathes (Bridgeport, Hurco, Protrack)
  • Editing G&M programs directly at the machine when required
  • Producing low-volume, high-precision components
  • Operating CMM machinery and interpreting CMM drawings 
  • Performing basic machine and tool maintenance
  • Self-inspecting and deburring components to high standards
  • Supporting lean manufacturing practices and process improvements

CNC Machinist Requirements:

  • Several years’ experience as a CNC Machinist (milling and/or turning)
  • Confident setting and operating multi-axis machines
  • Ability to self-inspect using standard measurement tools
  • Experience reading CMM reports 
  • Mechanical apprenticeship (ideal but not essential)
  • Familiarity with 5S, Continuous Improvement, Kanban, or CMM inspection is a plus

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