CNC Machinist

Location
Cambridge
Category
Engineering / Manufacturing
Job Type
Permanent
Salary
£38,000 to £42,000 per annum

CNC Machinist
Cambridge
£38,000 – £42,000 per annum

Service Service is recruiting for a CNC Machinist to join a well-established precision engineering and manufacturing business based in Cambridge.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC professional to join a modern machine shop, programming, setting and operating a range of CNC turning and milling machines while supporting continuous improvement and maintaining high quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Program, set and operate CNC turning and milling machines
  • Produce high-precision components to engineering drawings and specifications
  • Create, edit and optimise CNC programs to improve efficiency and quality
  • Select tooling, fixtures and machining strategies for a variety of components
  • Troubleshoot machining, tooling and programming issues
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives within the machine shop
  • Carry out machine maintenance and ensure equipment is operating effectively
  • Maintain high standards of quality, safety and housekeeping

About You

  • Proven CNC machining experience within a precision engineering environment
  • Strong programming, setting and operating experience across turning and/or milling disciplines
  • Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings
  • Experience producing high-precision components to tight tolerances
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Knowledge of Mazak, Citizen, Matsuura or similar CNC machinery would be advantageous

What’s on Offer

  • £38,000 – £42,000 per annum
  • Rotating shift pattern:
    • Week 1: Monday to Thursday, 6:00am – 2:00pm, Friday 6:00am – 1:00pm
    • Week 2: Monday to Thursday, 2:00pm – 10:00pm, Friday 12:45pm – 6:45pm
  • Opportunity to work with advanced CNC machinery and complex components
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Stable, long-term position within a growing manufacturing business

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded engineering company offering varied work, modern equipment and genuine long-term career prospects.

Please click “Apply Now” and a member of the Service Service team will be in touch to discuss your application.