# CNC Machinist Weekend Night Shift

**Company:** [Technical Placements Ltd](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/bgu9pGE47aNvM7mavdnCE1.md)
**Location:** Wigston, United Kingdom
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time

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## Description

CNC Machinists (Grinders and EDM Operators) required for Weekend Night Shift – 17:45 – 05:45 (Fri–Sun) to join a well-established, growing manufacturer supplying high-precision components to the aerospace and power generation industries.

We’ve partnered with this business for over 20 years, and they’re known for their excellent working environment, strong leadership, and long-term career prospects.

The role

You’ll operate CNC machinery to produce high-quality, precision components, ensuring all work meets strict quality and customer standards.  
  

Key responsibilities include:

-   Operating CNC 3-axis, 5-axis and 7-axis Grinding Machines, ensuring that parts are machined in accordance with the agreed method specification..
-   Attain machine setting skills to enable machine set ups in line with Company requirements
-   Understanding of engineering drawings, ensuring that fixtures are correctly aligned.
-   Inspecting parts in line with quality procedures and taking any necessary, approved, action to resolve quality issues
-   Operating CMM machines to support inspection requirement.
-   Consistently achieving all targets (production, quality, housekeeping etc), as set by the Cell Manager
-   Adherence to all company policy’s and procedures, including SOX, Code of Conduct and Health and Safety.
-   Working in full compliance with quality, safety and company procedures

**Desirables:**

·Previous experience in CNC Grinding or EDM is advantageous but not essential.

·Experience within an Aerospace sector is advantageous.

·Positive attitude and a keenness to learn.

·Experience with CNC programme editing or basic G code adjustments.

·Strong attention to detail.

·Ability to work independently with minimal supervision 

·Strong problem solving mindset. 

Please note: Sponsorship is not available. Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.

## Requirements

**Requirements for the position of the CNC Operator:**

·Demonstrated experience in CNC machining and/or a strong academic background in engineering, ideally supported by a recognised machining apprenticeship.

·Previous experience working with metal components.

·Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

·Proficient in conducting self-inspection of machined components using manual measurement tools.

## Benefits

What’s on offer

-   £21.98 per hour (including shift allowance)
-   36 hours - Weekends only 
-   Bonus scheme
-   Overtime available and paid at enhanced rates
-   26 days holiday + 7 bank holidays
-   Permanent, secure role with a growing manufacturer