CNC Machinist – Milling

About the role

We are looking for an experienced CNC Machinist to join an established engineering and manufacturing business in Hamilton. This is an opportunity for a skilled machinist who enjoys variety and takes ownership of their work. We're looking for an all-rounder with strong general engineering knowledge who can confidently take a job from drawing and job order through to setup, programming, machining and final inspection.

Key responsibilities

Setting up and operating CNC milling machines

Programming machines independently for a variety of jobs

Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and job orders

Selecting appropriate tooling, speeds, feeds and machining methods

Carrying out your own setups and making adjustments as required

Producing precision components to required specifications and tolerances

Using measuring and inspection equipment to check finished work

Troubleshooting machining and production issues

About you

Proven experience as a CNC Machinist, particularly CNC milling

Strong general engineering and machining knowledge

The ability to program, set up and operate your own machine

Confidence working independently with minimal supervision

Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and job orders

Good understanding of tolerances, measurements and precision machining

Experience using inspection and measuring equipment

Strong problem-solving and mechanical aptitude

A willingness to get involved across the workshop rather than being limited to repetitive production work

Benefits

Modern CNC machining equipment

Variety of interesting engineering work

An established and professional manufacturing environment

Supportive team with experienced engineers and machinists

Opportunity to take ownership of your work