Permanent Nights | 4-Day Week | Earnings circa £40,000+
North West England
We are currently recruiting for multiple Skilled CNC Machinists to join a well-established and highly respected precision engineering manufacturer in the North West.
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced CNC professionals looking for long-term stability, modern machinery, ongoing investment and a strong team environment within a business that continues to grow.
The company manufactures precision-engineered components for demanding industrial applications and operates to exceptionally high quality standards.
Shift Pattern:
Permanent Night Shift
Monday to Thursday
10:00pm - 7:30am
38 hours per week
3-day weekend every week
Flexibility to support alternative shift patterns when required would be advantageous.
Salary & Benefits:
Skilled Level 3 Rate: £16.21 per hour
Night Shift Allowance: £4.80 per hour
Total Night Shift Rate: £21.01 per hour
Approximate annual earnings: £40,000+
Permanent full-time position
Ongoing training and development
Modern manufacturing environment
Long-term career prospects
The Role:
Working within a busy machine shop environment, you will be responsible for producing high-quality precision components while maintaining strict quality and safety standards.
Responsibilities will include:
Setting and operating CNC machinery
Tool setting and loading materials
Machining precision components to drawing tolerances
Using measuring and inspection equipment
Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
Completing quality documentation
Supporting continuous improvement activities
Maintaining high housekeeping and safety standards
Working within lean manufacturing and 5S principles
Machinery Environment
You may work across a variety of advanced CNC machinery including:
Mori Seiki Lathes & Machining Centres
Nakamura Twin Spindle / Twin Turret Machines
Okuma CNC Machines & Multus Lathes
Star Sliding Head Machines
Additional specialist machining equipmentCandidate Requirements
We would like to speak with candidates who have:
Previous CNC machining experience within a precision engineering environment
Experience setting and operating CNC turning machinery
Ability to work from engineering drawings
Experience working to tight tolerances
Knowledge of Fanuc, Okuma or Mazak controls
Experience using inspection and measuring equipment
Time served engineers and candidates with relevant engineering qualifications are encouraged to apply, although skilled-by-experience machinists will also be considered.
Experience machining stainless steel components would be highly advantageous.
The Person
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
Strong attention to detail
A "right first time" approach
Reliability and good timekeeping
Ability to work independently and within a team
Positive attitude towards continuous improvement
Willingness to learn and develop new skills
Interested?
Please submit your CV to Maria Vasileva at DCS Engineering via the link provided. Alternatively, email or call the office to discuss the opportunity further.
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Salary description
£40000.00 - £40000.00 per year