CNC Mill/Turner - Aerospace Manufacturing

Shorterm Group
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10 months ago
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CNC Mill/Turner - Aerospace Manufacturing
Location: Onsite - Wolverhampton, UK
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Schedule: Standard day shift, with potential to move to double-day shifts in future. Overtime available as required.

I'm currently recruiting on behalf of my client for a skilled CNC Mill/Turner to join a world-class aerospace manufacturing team based in Wolverhampton. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a highly engineered, precision-focused environment on bespoke, flight-critical components.

The successful candidate will be apprentice-trained, experienced in CNC machining (Mill/Turn), and confident in setting up, operating, and inspecting high-tolerance components using various CNC machine types and inspection equipment.

What's in it for you?
This fixed-term role offers the chance to join a highly respected aerospace organisation with a fantastic work culture built on collaboration and technical excellence.

You'll benefit from a supportive team environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

*33 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
*Private Medical Insurance
*Life Assurance and Company Pension (starting at 6%)
*Flexible benefits scheme and employee share options
*Free onsite parking and EV charging
*Mental health support and financial wellbeing resources

Key Responsibilities
*Set up and operate a variety of CNC machines and processes
*Perform first-off inspections and complete all associated quality documentation
*Independently carry out machine set-up and tooling adjustments
*Use precision measuring tools to verify component dimensions to aerospace standards
*Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in all machining tasks
*Collaborate with engineering and inspection teams to ensure parts meet strict tolerance requirements

Key Experience & Skills
*Recognised engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification
*Extensive experience (5+ years) working with CNC mill/turn machines such as Okuma, Mazak, Lathe, DMG, Matsura, or Puma
*Strong understanding of machining techniques, tooling, and multi-axis operations
*Confident in using micrometers, gauges, and other inspection tools to achieve tight tolerances
*Demonstrated ability to read technical drawings and work independently to machining requirements
*Previous experience in aerospace or a similar high-precision industry is highly desirable
*Quality-conscious with a proactive and detail-oriented mindset

Additional Information
*Day shift role, with potential transition to a double-day shift pattern in the future
*Overtime available when required
*Candidates must be self-certified and will be expected to hold a quality stamp after a qualifying period

Security Clearance
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required for this role. Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain this level of clearance. If clearance cannot be granted, offers of employment may be withdrawn on national security grounds. For more details, please refer to (url removed).

If you are a highly skilled machinist looking for a permanent opportunity in a cutting-edge aerospace environment, I'd love to hear from you

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