Job Title
CNC Machinist – 3, 4 & 5 Axis
Location
Preston, Lancashire
Salary
Up to £35,000 per annum (Days)
Up £47,000 per annum (Nights)
Hours
Mon - Thurs 7:30 am – 5:30 am (Days)
Mon - Thurs 09:30 pm – 07:30 am (Nights)
About the Opportunity
Bolt Technical are recruiting for a CNC Machinist to join a well-established precision engineering company.
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a modern machining environment, producing complex components for a variety of high-tech industries.
You’ll play a key role on the shop floor, setting, operating, and supporting CNC machining processes to deliver high-quality and efficient production.
Key Responsibilities
- Programme, set and operate CNC machining centres (3, 4 & 5 axis)
- Manufacture complex aerospace components to tight tolerances and customer specifications
- Interpret and work from detailed engineering drawings and technical documentation
- Conduct first-off inspections and in-process quality checks
- Complete production, inspection and quality documentation accurately
- Ensure all components meet aerospace quality and technical standards
- Support efficient machine utilisation and production workflow
- Assist with troubleshooting machining and production issues
- Carry out routine machine maintenance and daily equipment checks
- Operate FLT and overhead crane equipment safely where required
- Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment
- Follow all company Health & Safety procedures and aerospace manufacturing processes
- Support continuous improvement initiatives across the machine shop
What They’re Looking For
- Proven experience programming, setting and operating CNC machining centres
- Experience working with 3, 4 and 5-axis machinery
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
- Apprenticeship, NVQ or City & Guilds engineering qualification
- Strong knowledge of Heidenhain controls (advantageous)
- Experience with Fanuc or Mazatrol controls beneficial
- Aerospace or other high-precision manufacturing experience preferred
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Good communication and problem-solving skills
- Reliable, proactive and team-focused approach
- Commitment to safe working practices and continuous improvement
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- 4-day working week offering excellent work-life balance
- Stable, long-term opportunity within a growing aerospace business
- Modern machining equipment and technically challenging projects
- Opportunity to work on high-precision aerospace components
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Death in Service benefit
- Company workwear provided
- Free on-site parking
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
This vacancy is advertised by Bolt Technical, who are acting as an employment agency/business. Your application will be considered alongside others, and we aim to contact successful applicants within 5 working days.
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Pay: Up to £47,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Life insurance
Work Location: In person
