This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing engineering business, working within a busy workshop environment. Suitable for newly qualified machinists and candidates with some hands-on workshop experience, this role offers the opportunity to develop your CNC machining skills while working alongside an experienced and supportive team.
This permanent position offers full-time hours on a rotating shift pattern, including early and late shifts.
Key Responsibilities
Manufacture precision components using CNC and manual machining methods under the guidance of experienced team members
Support the set-up and operation of CNC milling and turning machines
Work from engineering drawings and job specifications
Assist with tooling changes, machine set-ups and production runs
Carry out deburring, finishing and basic inspection activities
Ensure all work meets required quality standards and specifications
Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment
Follow company procedures, including Quality and Health & Safety requirements
Support wider workshop and production activities as required Requirements
Engineering or machining qualification preferred, although practical experience will also be considered
Basic knowledge or understanding of CNC machining, milling or turning processes
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings would be advantageous
Keen interest in developing CNC machining and programming skills
Good communication and organisational skills
Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Reliable and flexible approach to work
Full UK driving licence desirable What's in it for you?
Permanent full-time position
Competitive salary, dependent on experience
Immediate start available
Opportunity to learn and develop within a professional engineering environment
Work alongside experienced machinists in a supportive team
Gain hands-on experience across CNC machining operations
Long-term opportunity with progression potential Location - Lowestoft, Suffolk
Hours - Rotating shifts (early and late)
Salary - Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract - Permanent
If you have a genuine interest in CNC machining and are looking to start or further develop your engineering career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!
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Salary description
£29120.00 - £31200.00 per year