CMM Technician

Location: Chard
Salary: £36,000 – £42,000 DOE
Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time

Hours: Monday – Thursday 8am – 5pm Friday 8am – 1pm

The Opportunity

CNC Recruitment are working with a well-established precision engineering manufacturer to recruit an experienced CMM Inspector / Quality Inspector. This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern manufacturing business producing high-precision machined components for the aerospace sector.

We are looking for a quality-focused individual with a strong CNC manufacturing background who is confident using CMM equipment and a wide range of inspection tools to ensure components meet exact customer specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Programme and operate CMM equipment, including Axiom, Azimuth, Extol and Baty systems.
• Carry out first-off, in-process, final and audit inspections on precision-machined components.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T and customer specifications.
• Produce inspection reports and First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR/AS9102).
• Identify non-conformances and support root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Work closely with CNC machining, production and engineering teams to maintain quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001 and customer quality requirements.
• Maintain calibration records and ensure inspection equipment remains fully compliant.
• Support internal and external quality audits.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities across the manufacturing process.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience within a CNC machining or precision engineering environment.
• Proven CMM programming and operating experience (essential).
• Strong understanding of precision machining processes and manufactured components.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Experience using manual inspection equipment including micrometers, verniers, height gauges and bore gauges.
• Good IT skills and experience producing quality documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail with a methodical approach.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Aerospace manufacturing experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer

• Permanent, full-time position on a day shift.
• Salary of £36,000 – £42,000, depending on experience.
• Modern, air-conditioned manufacturing facility.
• Excellent working environment with high Health & Safety standards.
• Company pension scheme (3% employer contribution).
• 6.6 weeks annual leave (including bank holidays).
• Company sick pay scheme (after qualifying period).
• Long service holiday rewards.
• Health & wellbeing programme.
• Company events and on-site canteen.