Cnc Machinist

Role: CNC Machinist

Location: Manchester

Hours: 7am-7pm 5,5,4

Salary: Up to £49,865

Require CNC and programming experience within a highly regulated enviroment

The Role

Our client is looking for an experienced CNC Machinist to join their workshop team in Manchester.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled machinist with strong CNC, CAD/CAM and programming experience to join an established aviation engineering environment. You will be responsible for producing high-quality components while ensuring work is completed accurately, safely and in accordance with required engineering standards.

Our client is committed to investing in its people, offering opportunities for both technical and professional development alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

What You’ll Be Doing

Operating and programming CNC machinery to manufacture components to required specifications

Using CAD/CAM software to support CNC machining and programming activities

Programming and editing using G-code, M-code and NC programming

Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, technical information and CNC programmes

Setting up machines, tooling and workpieces for machining operations

Carrying out conventional and CNC machining activities

Troubleshooting machining, programming and equipment issues

Ensuring manufactured components meet required quality and dimensional standards

Working in accordance with relevant health, safety and engineering procedures

Supporting continuous improvement within the workshop and machining environment

What We’re Looking For

The successful candidate will ideally have:

Previous industry experience within CNC machining, CAD/CAM or advanced machining

A minimum of NVQ Level 3 in Advanced Engineering, or an equivalent relevant qualification

Strong working knowledge of G-code, M-code and NC programming

Experience with both conventional and CNC machining

Strong CNC machining troubleshooting and technical knowledge

Experience using CAD/CAM programming software

The ability to interpret engineering drawings and CNC programmes

Familiarity with Fanuc, Siemens and/or Hurco CNC control systems

Relevant CNC, CAD/CAM or machining qualifications

A strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work

What’s On Offer

Our client offers a strong benefits package including:

Enhanced annual leave, increasing with length of service

Option to buy and sell annual leave

7% employer pension contribution through the company pension scheme via salary sacrifice, where applicable

Private healthcare

Private dental cover

Life insurance

Ongoing technical and professional development opportunities

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