Job Title: CNC Machinist (Setter / Operator / Turner)
Location: Hailsham, East Sussex
Hours: Full-time (e.g. 37 hours per week)
Salary: Competitive, plus excellent benefits package
For over 60 years, our client has been driving innovation in ultra-high vacuum (UHV) technology, supporting cutting-edge research across the globe. From NASA and the European Space Agency to CERN, our high-precision products are trusted by world-leading institutions and researchers to deliver results.
About the Role
Overview
We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for skilled CNC Machinists to join a busy and growing engineering environment. We are interested in candidates with experience as Setters, Operators, and/or Turners, offering flexibility depending on your level of expertise.
This role involves working with CNC machinery to produce high-quality precision components in line with engineering specifications.
Key Responsibilities
Essential:
Location: Hailsham, East Sussex
Hours: Full-time (e.g. 37 hours per week)
Salary: Competitive, plus excellent benefits package
For over 60 years, our client has been driving innovation in ultra-high vacuum (UHV) technology, supporting cutting-edge research across the globe. From NASA and the European Space Agency to CERN, our high-precision products are trusted by world-leading institutions and researchers to deliver results.
About the Role
Overview
We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for skilled CNC Machinists to join a busy and growing engineering environment. We are interested in candidates with experience as Setters, Operators, and/or Turners, offering flexibility depending on your level of expertise.
This role involves working with CNC machinery to produce high-quality precision components in line with engineering specifications.
Key Responsibilities
- Set, operate, and/or run CNC machines (including lathes and/or milling machines depending on experience)
- Work from engineering drawings to produce components to required tolerances
- Set tooling and fixtures and produce accurate first-off parts
- Load and run proven programs, with the ability to make offsets and minor adjustments where required
- Monitor machine performance and identify/report any issues
- Carry out basic machine maintenance and housekeeping
- Inspect components to ensure quality standards are met
- Work to production deadlines without compromising quality
- Support other areas of the business as required
Essential:
- Experience working with CNC machinery (Setter, Operator, or Turner level)
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Understanding of machining processes, tooling, and materials
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good awareness of health and safety practices
- Experience with CNC turning and/or milling
- Knowledge of ISO or conversational programming
- Experience with different control systems
- Background in precision engineering or manufacturing
- Experience with inspection equipment and quality processes
- Relevant engineering or manufacturing qualification preferred
- Apprenticeship-trained candidates highly desirable
- Equivalent hands-on experience will also be considered
- Reliable with good timekeeping
- Positive and proactive attitude
- Willingness to learn and develop skills
- Strong team player with good communication skills
- Able to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision
- Competitive salary (depending on experience)
- Training and development support
- Stable, long-term opportunity within a growing business