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CNC Machinist (Mill/Turn)

Ascot
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CNC Mill-Turn Machinist (Programmer / Setter / Operator)

Salary: £22.00–£24.00 per hour
Location: Near Ascot (commutable from Bracknell, Slough, Wokingham, and Farnborough)
Hours: Mon–Thu 7am–5.30pm, Fri 7am–12pm (45hrs with 6hrs paid at OT rate)
Interviewing now | Start date ASAP | Permanent role

Looking to work on high-precision, complex parts for aerospace and defence applications — in a clean, well-run, and highly skilled CNC workshop?

We’re hiring for a CNC Mill Turn Machinist to join a tight-knit and experienced team, producing intricate components using the latest Mazak Integrex and QT machines.

Syntech Recruitment are representing a long-standing precision engineering business that genuinely values its team and invests in high-end equipment, software, and people.

What’s in it for you?
Consistent 45-hour week with overtime paid at 1.5x (39 hours contracted, 6 hours overtime required per week) 

Up to £60,000+ per annum depending on experience

Clean, low-volume workshop focused on quality over quantity

Complex and meaningful parts for aerospace & defence

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Enhanced sick pay scheme

Contributory pension

CNC Mill Turn Machinist Duties:
Programming, setting and operating Mazak Integrex i450H and QT200MSY

Working on complex 5-axis parts with sub-spindle capability

Reading and interpreting mechanical drawings with tight tolerances

Using CAM software (NX CAM experience highly preferred)

Running multiple machines when required

Playing a key role in a collaborative and high-performing team

CNC Mill Turn Machinist Profile:
5+ years of CNC Mill Turn experience

3+ years using Mazak machines (Integrex and QT)

Strong knowledge of CNC programming (offline/CAM ideally)

Attention to detail, reliability, and a proactive mindset

Someone well organised with a methodical approach

Ready to apply? If this sounds like your next role, hit apply today.

Application Process: We aim to respond to all applicants within 5 working days. If you don’t hear from us within this time, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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