CNC Machinist

First Achieve Engineering are proudly recruiting on behalf of our client.

Are you an experienced CNC Machinist with strong 5-axis milling expertise? This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading high-precision engineering organisation at their advanced manufacturing facility in Glasgow.

As a CNC Machinist, you'll play a vital role in producing precision components, ensuring quality, accuracy, and efficiency across machining operations. You'll work closely with production and engineering teams while contributing to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

• Set up, program, and operate 5-axis milling machines to manufacture high-precision components

• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to ensure accurate production

• Monitor machine performance and make adjustments to maintain quality and efficiency

• Carry out routine maintenance and cleaning to ensure machines remain in optimum condition

• Inspect finished components to ensure compliance with quality requirements

• Troubleshoot minor machine issues to reduce downtime

• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to enhance manufacturing processes

• Maintain a safe, organised work environment and follow all company safety procedures

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work

• Skilled problem solver with the ability to troubleshoot machine issues

• Positive work ethic with a desire to learn and continuously improve

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Proven experience in CNC machining, with hands-on 5-axis milling expertise

• Time-served engineer or relevant technical qualifications

• Proficient in CNC programming and machine operation

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications

• Strong understanding of machine maintenance and general care

• Demonstrable dexterity and confident use of hand tools

• Experience working to high quality standards on precision components

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing or 5S processes is desirable

• Experience with specific 5-axis machinery and program editing is highly advantageous

• Full-time, permanent position

• 37 hours per week, working a 3-shift rotation (Monday-Friday)

• Attractive pay rate with shift allowance

• Excellent company benefits including:

  • Pension

  • Life insurance

  • Private medical healthcare

  • Prescription protection eyewear

  • Employee retail discounts

• 33 days holiday per year, including Christmas shutdown

• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive, collaborative environment