Junior CNC Machinist

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants

Junior CNC Machinist

Location: Ayelseford, Kent
Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 DOE (including shift allowance)
Contract: Permanent
Shift Pattern: Rotating Early/Late

  • 06:00 – 14:00
  • 14:00 – 22:00

About the Role:
Our Client is seeking a motivated Junior CNC Machinist to join their growing workshop team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a basic engineering or CNC background who is looking to develop their skills in a supportive and progressive environment.

Working alongside experienced machinists, you will gain hands‑on experience setting, operating, and eventually programming CNC lathes and mills, producing high‑quality precision components.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Set and operate CNC lathes and milling machines
  • Load and run CNC programs, making basic offsets and adjustments
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
  • Measure and inspect components to ensure accuracy and quality
  • Ensure all work meets required quality and safety standards
  • Carry out basic machine maintenance and housekeeping
  • Work collaboratively with the wider workshop team

About You:

  • Some experience or training in CNC machining, ideally with a focus on turning
  • Basic understanding of CNC controls (Fanuc knowledge desirable but not essential)
  • Ability to read technical drawings
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Willingness to learn and develop technical skills
  • Engineering qualification, apprenticeship, or relevant hands‑on experience

The Opportunity:
This role offers genuine progression into a fully skilled CNC Machinist position, with training and support provided. You will be part of a professional engineering environment where development and growth are encouraged.

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