Job Description:

CNC Machinist

We are recruiting for an experienced CNC Machinist to work for our client based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire.

The Role – CNC Machinist

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Machining tooling and forgings to specified engineering drawings.
• Manual turning and CNC machining, including both milling and turning.
• Operating and understanding Fanuc controls.
• Producing high-precision components to tight tolerances.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Carrying out basic maintenance on CNC machinery.
• Using a range of precision measuring equipment, including:
  • Micrometers
  • Vernier calipers
  • Wall thickness meters
  • Surface roughness gauges

Essential Experience & Skills

• A minimum of 5 years' experience working within a high-precision manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining processes.
• Experience with Fanuc controls.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Excellent communication skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Qualifications & Additional Skills

• Apprentice trained in Mechanical Manufacturing or an equivalent qualification.
• Forklift licence to RTITB, ITSSAR, or another nationally accredited qualification – advantageous.
• Overhead crane/lifting certification – advantageous.

Working Hours

Permanent, full-time position

The role operates on a 3-week rotating shift pattern, averaging 42 hours per week.

Week 1 – Nights

Sunday – Night

Monday – Night

Tuesday – Night

Wednesday – Night

Week 2 – Days & Nights

Monday – Day

Tuesday – Day

Thursday – Night

Friday – Night (6 hours)

Week 3 – Days

Wednesday – Day

Thursday – Day

Friday – Day

Pay

£15.92 – £16.77 per hour + 22% shift premium

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC Machinist with a strong high-precision manufacturing background to join a well-established organisation in Sheffield.

Questech Recruitment is a specialist engineering support within the Mechanical & Engineering industry, our focus is to support many clients within the M&E Sectors. If you feel you match the desired criteria, or you would like more information on roles such as CNC Machinist , CNC Programmer, CNC Setter , CNC Operator,  we would really like to hear from you.#CNC #CNCProgrammer #fanuc #CNCSetter #CNCOperator #heidenhein #hurco