The role is predominantly focused on turning, so applicants should have strong experience operating CNC lathes. Experience with CNC milling is highly desirable and will be considered a distinct advantage. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team, with overtime available and the chance to develop additional skills through installation work if desired.
CNC Machinist (Turning) – Hafco Lathe & Milling Experience Preferred
Location: Tamworth B77
Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 per annum + Overtime Available
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced CNC Machinist with strong turning skills to join our growing team. This is a permanent, site-based position where the primary focus will be operating a Hafco lathe to manufacture high-quality components.
This role is key to supporting production. While the position is predominantly turning, experience with milling (particularly Hafco milling machines) would be highly advantageous.
There is also the opportunity, if desired, to accompany the installation team on-site to see the finished products in use and develop additional skills outside of machining.
Key Responsibilities
* Set up and operate Hafco lathes to produce precision-engineered components.
* Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
* Carry out predominantly turning work to a high standard.
* Perform quality inspections to ensure components meet required tolerances.
* Operate milling machinery where required (preferred but not essential).
* Maintain machinery and ensure a clean, safe working environment.
* Work collaboratively with the wider production team.
* Opportunity to assist with product installations and gain a broader understanding of the manufacturing process.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Proven experience as a CNC Machinist with strong turning experience.
* Ability to set up and operate lathes independently.
* Experience reading engineering drawings and working to tight tolerances.
* Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work with minimal supervision.
* A genuine level of hands-on machining experience.
Desirable Skills
* Experience operating Hafco milling machines (Essential)
* General milling experience.
* An interest in learning installation work and seeing projects through to completion.
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary
* Overtime opportunities available (Flexibility is required as the business is currently in it’s peak period)
* Working for a well established family run business
* On site parking
* Clean and modern working environment
* Monday to Friday working hours with a great work-life balance.
* Permanent, long-term position.
* Opportunity to broaden your skills through installation work.
* Potential for flexible or part-time working arrangements in the future for the right candidate
If you're an experienced machinist with a strong background in turning and you're looking for a stable role with overtime and future flexibility, we'd love to hear from you
Salary description
£35000.00 - £40000.00 per year