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CNC Machinist Miller (12 FTC)

Progress Rail


Job Location:

Sheffield - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 27 August 2026 (5 days ago)
Application Deadline: 24 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

CNC MACHINIST (MILLER)

SHEFFIELD

UP TO 36870 DOE (INCLUDING SHIFT ALLOWANCE)

SHIFT PATTERN:

2 Shift Patterns

  • Days: Monday to Thursday 06:00 - 15:15
  • Afters: Monday to Thursday 15:00 - 00:30

Progress Rail Services UK is looking to recruit a CNC Machinist to operate CNC Milling Machines on a 12 month fixed term contract and produce machined components to the production plan in a safe and efficient manner within the planned production time and to the required quality.  


THE ROLE:
As a CNC Machinist you will be required to:

  • Operate CNC milling machines.
  • Accurately follow route card instructions SOP and reading of engineering drawings.
  • Use of Dial test indicator (DTI) clock for probing and setting up the job.
  • Identify and load the correct NC program and tooling for the parts to be machined.
  • Use of overhead cranes will be required. Crane training would be an advantage but training will be provided.
  • Inspect products either on completion of machining or as a pre-machining or in process check as specified in the manufacturing instruction. This may involve the use of conventional measurement techniques using gauges or instruments and templates.
  • Carry out required machine parameter changes associated with the set up.
  • Test/dry run new or modified programs using appropriate machine functions and making required adjustments to machine and tool offsets to achieve the required size.
  • Use the SFDC system to record both direct and indirect works in line with the Companys procedures.
  • Report possible or known errors in manufacturing instruction or other associated documentation to the Supervisor or Team leader
  • Undertake any other task within the machine shop workflow when management requires.
  • Self-inspection of parts produced resolving non - conformance issues.

Qualifications :

THE CANDIDATE:
The ideal CNC Machinist:

  • Previous experience should include manufacturing industry preferably in a medium to heavy environment.
  • CNC milling experience.
  • Knowledge of Fanuc Heidenheim and Siemens would be an advantage.
  • Ability to reading engineering drawings
  • Awareness of safety legislation and quality procedures (ISO 9001)
  • Attention to detail

Additional Information :

BENEFITS:

  • Up to 36870 DOE (including shift allowance)
  • 3 day weekend!
  • Company funded external qualifications where relevant for the role
  • Tailored training to help you learn and develop
  • Company pension scheme with 7% employer contribution
  • Life assurance cover 3.5 x salary
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Discounted gym membership - up to 25% off across 4000 UK gyms
  • Fuel Card - save 2-3p per litre on across 3500 UK fuel stations including BP Esso and Shell
  • Various employee recognition schemes

Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time


About Company

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified providers of rolling stock and infrastructure solutions and technologies for the global rail industry. The company provides advanced EMD® locomotives, engines, and technologies, railcars, trackwork, ... View more

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