CNC Machinist - Nights

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture accurate, high-quality metallic components to deadline, fully de-burred and to specification.
• Set up, operate, and adjust CNC and/or manual machine tools to produce complex, tight-tolerance parts.
• Ensure all machined components meet dimensional, surface finish, quality, timing, and performance requirements.
• Select appropriate cutting tools, speeds, feeds, and machining strategies for different metallic materials.
• Identify and resolve machining issues.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date ERP system transactions, including job tracking and time booking.
• Support Quality Assurance activities, including first-off inspection and in-process checks.
• Ensure clear and effective communication between shifts.
• Participate proactively in team meetings and departmental reviews.
• Demonstrate flexibility to meet workload demands during peak production periods.
• Maintain and develop machining skills in line with current industry best practice and motorsport standards.
• Work responsibly within company procedures, reporting structures, and Health & Safety requirements.

Skills & Expertise

• Proven experience as a Machinist working primarily with metallic materials in a high-precision environment.
• Strong practical knowledge of CNC machining (3-axis, 4-axis, and/or 5-axis milling and/or turning).
• Excellent understanding of metallic machining processes.
• In-depth knowledge of work holding, fixturing, datum setting, and component alignment for metallic parts.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, GD&T, and tight tolerance requirements.
• Experience machining low-volume, high-complexity components to motorsport or aerospace-level standards.
• Confident using precision measuring equipment (micrometers, bore gauges, CMM data, surface finish measurement).
• Results-driven with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Calm, methodical, and confident under pressure, with a strong focus on delivery and quality.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to positively influence others within the team.
• Flexible approach to working hours during busy periods.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a high-performing team.
• Enthusiastic, adaptable, and capable of building strong working relationships.
• Clear commitment to Health & Safety best practice.