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Posted 01 August, 2026

CNC Machinist

Orion
East Anglia, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

CNC MachinistAerospace Manufacturing 4-Day Week Full Training on Centreless Grinding\n

Are you a skilled CNC Machinist looking to develop your career within a precision aerospace manufacturing environment?

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We are looking for a hands-on CNC Machinist to join a growing engineering team producing high-quality precision components for the aerospace industry. This is an excellent opportunity for a CNC Machinist with experience in turning, milling, setting or operating CNC machinery who is keen to learn a specialist machining process and develop long-term career prospects.

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Previous grinding experience is not required. Full training on Centreless Grinding will be provided. If you're a capable CNC Machinist with strong engineering fundamentals, we'd like to hear from you.

The Role\n

As a CNC Machinist, you will be responsible for manufacturing precision-engineered components while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety and accuracy.

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Duties will include:

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  • Setting and operating CNC machinery.
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  • Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
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  • Working to tight tolerances.
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  • Using micrometers and precision measuring equipment.
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  • Carrying out first-off and in-process inspections.
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  • Producing high-quality components to customer specifications.
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  • Working with a range of materials including aluminium, stainless steel and specialist alloys.
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  • Receiving training and development on Centreless Grinding equipment.
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  • Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and maintaining quality standards.
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What We're Looking For\n

We are interested in speaking with CNC professionals from a variety of machining backgrounds, including:

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  • CNC Turner
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  • CNC Miller
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  • CNC Setter Operator
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  • CNC Programmer / Setter
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  • Precision Machinist
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  • Manufacturing Engineer
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  • Aerospace Machinist
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  • Sliding Head Machinist
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Essential Experience\n
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  • Experience as a CNC Machinist, CNC Turner, CNC Miller or CNC Setter Operator.
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  • Ability to read engineering drawings.
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  • Experience using micrometers and measuring equipment.
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  • Experience working to tight tolerances.
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  • Strong attention to detail and quality standards.
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  • Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.
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Desirable Experience\n
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  • Aerospace, defence, medical, motorsport or precision engineering background.
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  • Experience machining aluminium, stainless steel, titanium or Inconel.
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  • Previous grinding experience.
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What's On Offer?\n
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  • Full training in Centreless Grinding.
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  • Permanent opportunity with long-term development.
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  • 4-day working week.
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  • Monday to Thursday, 06:45am to 4:30pm.
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  • 37-hour working week.
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  • 16 days holiday plus bank holidays.
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  • Pension scheme.
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  • Health Cash Plan.
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  • Life Assurance.
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  • Employee Assistance Programme.
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  • Employee discount scheme.
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Apply Today\n

If you're a CNC Machinist looking for a new challenge and would like to develop specialist skills within a highly successful aerospace manufacturing business, we'd love to hear from you. Please reach out to Luke in team Midlands.

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