CNC Machinist (Milling)
6-Month Temporary Contract with Permanent Opportunity
Location: Portland, Dorset (DT5)
Company: Eurotubes UK Ltd
Join one of the world's leading manufacturers of precision wire guide tubes, winding needles and specialist tooling.
Eurotubes UK Ltd has been designing and manufacturing precision wire guide tubes, winding needles and specialist tooling for the global coil winding, aerospace, medical, defence and electric motor industries for almost 40 years.
Due to recent growth and an increasing order book, we are looking to recruit an experienced CNC Machinist to strengthen our manufacturing team.
This position is initially offered as a 6-month temporary contract, with the opportunity for a permanent full-time position for the right candidate who demonstrates the skills, attitude and commitment we value.
The Role
This is a hands-on manufacturing position where quality always comes before quantity.
Working directly under our CNC Workshop Manager, you will be responsible for programming, setting and operating our CNC milling machines, producing high-precision components to extremely tight tolerances from a wide variety of engineering materials.
You'll also be encouraged to identify improvements in machining methods, tooling and manufacturing processes whilst maintaining the exceptional quality standards our customers expect.
No two days are the same. We manufacture predominantly low-volume, high-value bespoke components rather than repetitive production work. Every component presents a new engineering challenge, making this an ideal role for someone who enjoys precision engineering and takes pride in producing exceptional work.
Essential Requirements
We're looking for someone who can demonstrate:
- Minimum 4-5 years' CNC milling experience
- Extensive experience programming using Siemens 828D ShopMill conversational controls
- Ability to programme, set and operate CNC milling machines independently
- Experience machining a wide variety of materials, including:
- Tool steels
- Stainless steels
- Aluminium
- Copper alloys
- Engineering plastics
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Experience working to fine tolerances and high-quality standards
- Ability to work to tolerances measured in microns where required
- Self-inspection using precision measuring equipment
- Deburring and finishing components to an exceptionally high standard
- Strong problem-solving ability
- Excellent attention to detail
- Positive attitude and genuine pride in producing exceptional work
Desirable Skills
Although not essential, experience in any of the following would be highly advantageous:
- Siemens ShopTurn
- CAM programming software
- 4th-axis machining
- Prototype or low-volume precision manufacturing
- Toolmaking background
- CAD software
- Continuous improvement and process optimisation
What We're Looking For
The successful applicant will be:
- Reliable and punctual
- Self-motivated with a positive attitude
- Able to work independently and as part of a close-knit team
- Comfortable managing multiple jobs and changing priorities
- Organised with excellent housekeeping standards
- Committed to producing work of the highest quality
- Keen to learn, develop and continually improve
- Someone who takes genuine pride in their workmanship
What We Offer
- Very competitive salary (dependent on experience)
- Opportunity for permanent full-time employment following the initial contract
- Flexible working arrangements considered
- Modern, clean workshop
- Varied, interesting and technically challenging work
- Investment in modern machinery and technology
- Supportive family-run business with an excellent reputation
- Opportunity to work on precision components supplied to customers throughout the world
- Overtime opportunities when available
- Company pension
- Holiday entitlement
- Free on-site parking
Working Hours
Flexible working patterns will be considered for the right candidate, including:
- Full-time (37/40 hours)
- Earlier or later start and finish times
- Four-day working week (where practical)
Salary
Competitive and negotiable depending on experience, capability and attitude.
Why Join Eurotubes?
At Eurotubes, we don't manufacture thousands of identical parts.
We specialise in producing some of the world's most precise wire guide tubes, winding needles and specialist tooling. Our products are supplied to many of the world's leading manufacturers within the electric motor, aerospace, medical, defence and advanced engineering sectors.
This role would suit someone who enjoys challenging, varied work rather than repetitive production machining. Every day is different, and every component presents a new engineering challenge.
If you're someone who enjoys solving engineering problems, working to exceptionally high standards and takes genuine pride in precision engineering, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply Now
Please send your CV together with a brief covering letter outlining your relevant experience and explaining why you would like to join Eurotubes UK Ltd.
Eurotubes UK Ltd
Unit L1, Lynx Building
Navigator Park
Mereside
Portland
Dorset
DT5 1FU
www.eurotubes-uk.com
Pay: £17.30-£19.20 per hour
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
