CNC Machinist

Knaresborough, 25 days holiday

Are you a recent college graduate with hands-on CNC machining experience or a manual machinist looking to further develop skills in CNC?

This is a great opportunity to join a growing business that invests heavily in training, progression, and new technology, giving you a clear pathway to becoming a highly skilled CNC Miller or Turner.

As an Entry-Level CNC Machinist, you will be trained and supported to:

• Set and operate CNC milling machines and / or lathes using Fanuc and Heidenhain controls
• Carry out tool changes, offsets, and basic program edits
• Manufacture high-quality components to engineering drawings
• Work to tight tolerances and industry quality standards (AS9001 & ISO 13485)
• Learn best practice techniques for producing first-offs and prototypes
• Work as part of a skilled engineering team in a precision manufacturing environment

Shift pattern (rotating):

• Early shift: 6am - 2pm Monday-Thursday, 12:30pm finish on Fridays
• Late shift: 2pm - 12:30am Monday-Wednesday, 2pm - 10:30pm Thursday, Fridays off

• Has recently completed a college qualification / apprenticeship in CNC machining, engineering, or manufacturing
• Has some hands-on experience with CNC Milling machines or lathes (through college, apprenticeship, or placement)
• Can read and work from engineering drawings
• Is keen to learn, develop, and progress their CNC skills
• Has a positive attitude and strong attention to detail
• Wants long-term career development in precision engineering

(Experience with Fanuc or Heidenhain controls, programming, mill-turn or 5-axis machines is beneficial but not essential - training will be provided.)

A well-established and respected precision engineering business with an excellent reputation for quality. They have a strong track record of investing in people, equipment, and long-term career development.

✅ up to £19 per hour including shift allowance when fully trained and able to work independently
✅ 25 days holiday
✅ 4-day week on late shift
✅ Half-day Friday on early shift
✅ Paid overtime
✅ Company pension
✅ Death in service life cover
✅ Ongoing training and clear progression opportunities

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