CNC Machinist/Operator
East Kilbride
Talent Media are delighted to be working in partnership with a leading precision engineering business that specialises in delivering world-class machining solutions to a global client base across Oil & Gas, Defence, Aerospace, Renewables and more. Due to continued growth and investment, we are supporting them in the recruitment of CNC Machinists/Operators to join their expanding team.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, this is a key position where you will:
- Set, operate and program CNC machines (mills, lathes, routers) to produce precision parts.
- Read and interpret complex technical drawings and CAD models.
- Perform first-off and in-process inspections to maintain tight tolerances.
- Create/modify CNC programs using CAM software.
- Work with a variety of materials, fixtures, and precision measuring tools.
- Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to meet demanding project deadlines.
- Uphold the highest safety and quality standards, driving a culture of continuous improvement.
What Were Looking For
- Proven experience as a CNC Machinist/Operator (minimum 3 years preferred).
- Proficiency with CNC programming and CAM software.
- Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
- Experience with tight-tolerance, high-precision components (0.005mm or better).
- Mazak experience and Oil & Gas exposure highly beneficial.
- HNC Mechanical Engineering desirable but not essential.
- Flexibility to work a rotating day/night shift pattern.
Shift Patterns & Pay
- 2 weeks day shift: MonThurs 7am3pm, Fri 7am2:30pm
- 2 weeks night shift: MonWed 9pm7am, Thurs 9:30pm7am
- Constant night shift option available
- Day shift rate: £20.68 per hour
- Night shift rate: x1.33 (£27.50 approx.)
- Overtime: 1.5x (days), 1.75x (nights), weekend overtime at 2x rate
- 37.5 hour week
Benefits
- Enhanced pension contributions
- Sick pay
- Private healthcare
- Cycle to work scheme
- Nursery vouchers
- Holiday purchase (up to 5 extra days)
- Enhanced training & apprenticeships (including Six Sigma & leadership development)
- Employee referral incentives
This is an outstanding opportunity to join a forward-thinking, state-of-the-art precision engineering organisation at a time of significant investment and growth.
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