Cnc Machinist in Wythenshawe, Manchester

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