CNC Machinist (Nights)

Nu Staff are recruiting for Skilled CNC Machinists to join a leading aerospace composite manufacturing business based at Western Approach, Bristol. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy aircraft component manufacturing environment on a 6-month rolling contract with genuine temp to perm opportunities and structured training on a Core Nights shift pattern.

As a Skilled Machinist, you'll operate, set, and programme CNC machinery to manufacture aircraft components from composite and metallic materials in line with design and engineering requirements.

Hours of Work

Core Nights

37.5 hours per week

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• Mon–Weds Night: 8:00PM – 6:00AM
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• Thursday Night: 7:00PM – 4:30AM
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Pay Rates

Training Period

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• £18.43 per hour on core days (2–12 weeks, subject to experience)
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Shift Rate

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• £24.51 per hour PAYE
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• £27.65 per hour weekday overtime
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• £36.86 per hour weekend overtime
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Key Responsibilities

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• Manufacture, machine, measure, test and assemble aircraft components from composite and metallic materials, up to 15m in length, using automated machinery
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• Operate CNC rout machines, 5 Axis Zimmerman drilling and fettling gantry machines and jigged vacuum fixtures
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• Use Renishaw probing equipment and cutter tool setting equipment
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• Load and set fixtures and tooling in CNC machines
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• Work in accordance with aircraft design drawing requirements
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• Participate in lean manufacture, waste reduction and continuous improvement initiatives
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• Follow Health & Safety requirements, including relevant risk, COSHH and safe systems of work
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• Undertake training in advanced composite manufacturing techniques and processes
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• Able to work night shift patterns in line with operational requirements
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Requirements

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• Apprenticeship (industry related) or minimum Level 3 City & Guilds/NVQ essential – aero/engineering degree considered with 3–5 years' machining experience including 5 Axis
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• Certificates must be sent with CV
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• Ideally 3–5 years' experience on CNC machines; Siemens 840D control system experience desirable
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• Understanding of aircraft drawings, limits and quality systems
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• Self-motivated with good communication skills
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• Able to work both alone and as part of small teams led by Process Team Leaders
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Benefits

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• Temp to perm opportunities available
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• Structured training period
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• Opportunity to work with the latest CNC technology on major aircraft programmes
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• Career progression within a leading aerospace manufacturer
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Location

Western Approach, Bristol – must be able to commute reliably

Click apply and a member of the Nu Staff team will be in touch.

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