Lead CNC Machinist

Company:  E3 Recruitment
Location: Yorkshire
Closing Date: 07/11/2024
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 Per Annum
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

11% Pension scheme, 2,000 bonus, private healthcare, ongoing training & development and sociable working hours are just a few of the perks that the Lead CNC Machinist will enjoy whilst working with this medium sized, highly impressive manufacturing business.

Employing around 40 at their Huddersfield facility, this company design, manufacture and assemble a niche range of value-adding products for their global clientele. Because of continued growth and investment, this employer is actively searching for an experienced Lead CNC Machinist to permanently join their team.

The successful individual will play a key role in this company's machine shop and be responsible for NPI, program and machining optimization.

This employer is based in Huddersfield within 15 minutes of the M1 and Mf62 motorways, the Lead CNC Machinist can easily commute from Barnsley, Rotherham, Sheffield, Wakefield, Bradford, Halifax and Leeds.

The Lead CNC Machinist will be responsible for:

  • Creating bespoke programmes for both 3 and 5 axis (3 + 2 axis) machining centres using both machine controls and Autodesk Powermill
  • Setting machine tooling and running programmes to produce precision machined components
  • Optimizing machining processes/strategies and advising on process improvement
  • Planning, coordinating and routing work throughout the machining area


For the Lead CNC Machinist position, we are keen to receive applications from individuals who possess:

  • Relevant Mechanical Engineering qualifications (apprenticeship, NVQ, HNC, HND, City & Guilds or equivalent)
  • CAD/CAM Programming experience using ANY software/package - training on Autodesk Powermill will be provided
  • The ability to create new & bespoke programs online & offline - all machine controls considered


The Lead CNC Machinist will be required to work the below hours:
40 Hours per week, spread across a sociable day shift pattern

  • Monday to Thursday - 07:30 to 16:30
  • Friday - 07:30 to 14:00


In return, the Lead CNC Machinist will receive:

  • Annual Salary: Up to 40,000.00 ( 19.23 per hour)
  • Annual Bonus of 2,000.00 ( 500 paid quarterly)
  • Holiday Entitlement: 31 Days including statutory holidays
  • Pension Scheme: 11% Combined (6% employer / 5% employee)
  • Regular overtime paid at 150%
  • Private healthcare (Vitality) with the option to add family members



To apply for this position, please click "APPLY NOW" and attach a copy of your CV. Alternatively, you can contact Callum Good at E3 Recruitment for more information

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