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Job Title: CNC Milling Machinist
Location: Nuneaton
Hours: Split Double Shift
Salary: 37,523 + 12.5% shift allowance (42,213)
Key Responsibilities of a CNC Milling Machinist:
- CNC machining of tooling for composite component manufacture, including Epoxy boards, Carbon composite parts, and jigs/fixtures.
- Machining Aluminium, Steel, and other metals for various components.
- Ensure correct speeds/feeds and optimal operating practices.
- Consistently meet program cycle times, including simultaneous operation of left/right-hand parts.
- Efficiently set up components using fixtures or plates.
- Accurately measure tooling/components using micrometers, verniers, etc.
- Maximise machine efficiency and provide feedback for process improvement.
- Work closely with the CNC Team Leader to ensure job timings are met.
- Maintain cleanliness and safety in the work area.
- Perform preventative maintenance on machines.
- Support other tasks across the Nuneaton site as required.
Key Skills of a CNC Milling Machinist:
- Fully trained in CNC milling with Heidenhain or Mazatrol controllers.
- Solid understanding of machining technology and working to tolerances.
- Experience in bespoke machining projects, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
- Time-served machinist with a hands-on, practical approach.
- Ability to read and interpret drawings (advantageous).
- Assertive, confident, and flexible with a strong team-oriented mindset.
- Capable of working effectively under pressure and meeting deadlines.
First Base Employment is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. We pride ourselves on delivering excellent service to both clients and candidates across the Commercial, Industrial, and Engineering sectors.
