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EDM Machinist
Contract Type: 6 Month Contract – Possible Extensions and Permanent Opportunities
Location: Leamington Spa
Salary: £21.50 per hour PAYE (to be uplifted to be paid via UMBRELLA PAYE payroll model)
Hours: Nights 21:15-07:00 - Monday - Thursday
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled EDM Machinist to support the manufacture of high-quality transmission components for motorsport and aerospace applications. This role involves working in a small, dedicated team, applying a right-first-time approach to precision engineering.
As an EDM Machinist you will perform Wire EDM and Spark Erosion operations using Swiss-built EDM Charmilles equipment, including the Charmilles Form 200 Sparker, ensuring components meet the highest standards of accuracy, safety, and reliability.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out Wire EDM/Spark Erosion operations on precision components.
- Interpret technical drawings and planning route cards to produce parts to specification.
- Manufacture aerospace and motorsport components in line with approved data.
- Program EDM machines offline using RoboCam or similar (training can be provided).
- Ensure all work is delivered on time, to quality, and to required tolerances.
- Contribute to problem solving, continuous improvement, and best practice across the workshop.
- Support other manufacturing areas when required.
- Work additional hours when necessary to meet critical deadlines.
Key Competencies & Experience
- Proven experience with Wire EDM and Spark Erosion processes.
- Skilled in operating numerically controlled EDM machines.
- Competency in offline programming (RoboCam or similar software).
- Strong ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
- Proactive, innovative, and team-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Flexibility to adapt and support broader manufacturing activities.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced EDM Machinist to join a forward-thinking, innovative team with opportunities to extend or move into a permanent role. If you are a motivated EDM Machinist looking to develop your career in a high-precision engineering environment, we want to hear from you.
Please note, this role is deemed inside of IR35. The final Umbrella PAYE pay rate offered will be inclusive of the Assignment pay rate, holiday pay and Apex Recruitments contribution towards Employer Costs.
