CNC Machinist (Milling)

CNC Machinist (Miller)
Hailsham East Sussex
Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits
Full-time Permanent 37hpw

KHR are partnering with an internationally recognised specialist manufacturing company that delivers high-performance engineered systems for complex research and industrial environments.

Due to continued growth the business is looking to hire a handful of talented and precision-focused CNC Machinists as part of this pivotal stage of expansion.

The Role

As a CNC Machinist you will be responsible for setting operating and running CNC milling machines to produce high-precision components to engineering drawings and exacting quality standards.

You will work on both proven and unproven programmes taking ownership of machining processes from setup through to first-off inspection and full production runs.

Key Responsibilities

- Set and operate CNC milling machines (Mazak and Doosan)
- Run proven and unproven programmes making adjustments to work and tool coordinates as required
- Set tools and produce accurate first-off components to drawing and quality standards
- Switch between machines as required to support production demands
- Carry out basic preventative maintenance and ensure machines are operating efficiently
- Identify and correct programming or machining errors where necessary
- Support continuous improvement and contribute to better manufacturing processes
- Ensure on-time delivery targets are consistently met without compromising quality

Candidate Profile

- Proven experience operating CNC milling machines in a precision engineering environment
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
- Experience working with ISO and conversational programming
- Strong understanding of tooling materials and machining behaviour
- Ability to anticipate and resolve machining issues proactively
- Quality-focused with a strong understanding of production deadlines
- Ideally experience machining complex high-precision components or fabrications
- Due to the location you must be able to drive
- Willingness to travel to client sites both nationally and internationally when required

Benefits & Culture

Our client offers one of the most comprehensive benefits packages in the sector prioritising the health wealth and work-life balance of their staff:

Work-Life Balance: 37-hour work week with flexible working hours and 33 days of annual leave (25 days Bank Holidays).
Health & Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance Annual Health Checks and Specsavers Eye Care Vouchers.
Financial Security: Life Insurance and a Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme.
Green Initiatives: Salary Sacrifice Cycle to Work and EV (Electric Vehicle) schemes.
Social & Facilities: A friendly culture featuring an Annual Family Fun Day and a Christmas Dinner/Dance (partners invited). The site is equipped with a canteen locker rooms and shower facilities.

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Required Skills:

CNC Miller Mazak Doosan