In brief
This CNC Machinist role involves machining tooling and forgings to engineering specifications within a high-precision manufacturing environment. The work focuses on operating Fanuc controls, producing components to tight tolerances, and maintaining machinery to ensure consistent output quality.
Best for
Apprentice-trained CNC machinists with high-precision manufacturing experience
Non-negotiable
Minimum of 5 years' experience in a high-precision manufacturing environment required.
Worth knowing
Role operates on a 3-week rotating shift pattern including nights and weekends.
What you need
Required
CNC machining
5+ years
Engineering drawing interpretation
Clearly required in the listing
Precision measuring
Clearly required in the listing
Mechanical manufacturing apprenticeship
Clearly required in the listing
Communication
Strongly implied by the listing
Attention to detail
Strongly implied by the listing
Fanuc
Clearly stated in the job description.
Preferred
Forklift licence
Clearly required in the listing
Overhead crane certification
Clearly required in the listing
Heidenhain
Clearly stated in the job description.
Hurco
Clearly stated in the job description.
Your day-to-day
Machine tooling and forgings
Clearly stated in the job description.
Operate CNC and manual equipment
Clearly stated in the job description.
Interpret engineering drawings
Clearly stated in the job description.
Maintain CNC machinery
Clearly stated in the job description.
Measure precision components
Clearly stated in the job description.
Experience expected
Level
Senior level
Based on what the listing states
Years of experience
5+ years
of relevant experience stated for this role
Clearly stated in the listing
Evidence from the listing
Supports level and years
“…g: Micrometers Vernier calipers Wall thickness meters Surface roughness gauges Essential Experience & Skills A minimum of 5 years' experience working within a high-precision manufacturing environment.”
What's on offer
Full job description (from employer)⌄
We are recruiting for an experienced CNC Machinist to work for our client based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. The Role – CNC Machinist The successful candidate will be responsible for: Machining tooling and forgings to specified engineering drawings. Manual turning and CNC machining, including both milling and turning. Operating and understanding Fanuc controls. Producing high-precision components to tight tolerances. Reading and interpreting engineering drawings. Carrying out basic maintenance on CNC machinery. Using a range of precision measuring equipment, including: Micrometers Vernier calipers Wall thickness meters Surface roughness gauges Essential Experience & Skills A minimum of 5 years' experience working within a high-precision manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of CNC machining processes. Experience with Fanuc controls. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings. Excellent communication skills. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Qualifications & Additional Skills Apprentice trained in Mechanical Manufacturing or an equivalent qualification. Forklift licence to RTITB, ITSSAR, or another nationally accredited qualification – advantageous. Overhead crane/lifting certification – advantageous. Working Hours Permanent, full-time position The role operates on a 3-week rotating shift pattern, averaging 42 hours per week. Week 1 – Nights Sunday – Night Monday – Night Tuesday – Night Wednesday – Night Week 2 – Days & Nights Monday – Day Tuesday – Day Thursday – Night Friday – Night (6 hours) Week 3 – Days Wednesday – Day Thursday – Day Friday – Day Pay £15.92 – £16.77 per hour + 22% shift premium This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC Machinist with a strong high-precision manufacturing background to join a well-established organisation in Sheffield. Questech Recruitment is a specialist engineering support within the Mechanical & Engineering industry, our focus is to support many clients within the M&E Sectors. If you feel you match the desired criteria, or you would like more information on roles such as CNC Machinist , CNC Programmer, CNC Setter , CNC Operator, we would really like to hear from you.#CNC #CNCProgrammer #fanuc #CNCSetter #CNCOperator #heidenhein #hurco
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