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Permanent

CNC Machinists

HR GO Recruitment
West Heath
money-bag Negotiable
Posted: 26 May 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 25 June 2026
Ref: 225155837

CNC Millers opportunity in this rapidly expanding sub contract aerospace precision engineering company.
You''ll be an experienced CNC Miller looking for a technically challenging, precision aerospace environment where you can fully utilise your Heidenhain 5-axis capability and offline programming experience (ideally with Hypermill). You''ll want to work on complex components to tight tolerances, in a supportive team that values quality, clear processes, and continued development.

Key responsibilities:

  • Operate and set up 5-axis vertical machining centres with Heidenhain controls

  • Create and edit offline programs using Hypermill and validate toolpaths

  • Set and verify offsets, tool lengths and work offsets accurately

  • Machine complex aerospace parts to drawing and specification

  • Perform basic inspection using hand tools (calipers, micrometers, indicators) and follow first-off and in-process inspection routines

  • Interpret engineering drawings, CAD/CAM outputs and inspection instructions

  • Maintain machine housekeeping, tooling inventory and accurate production documentation

  • Work to aerospace quality standards and adhere to health & safety procedures

Required skills and experience:

  • Proven experience operating Heidenhain CNC controls

  • Experience programming offline with Hypermill (HyperMILL) on 5-axis machines

  • Strong understanding of offsets, tool setting and machine set-ups

  • Experience producing complex aerospace components

  • Competent in basic inspection techniques and interpreting measurement results

  • Ability to read engineering drawings and follow manufacturing instructions

  • Attention to detail, problem-solving skills and a commitment to quality

Desirable:

  • Experience with aerospace manufacturing standards and documentation

  • Familiarity with CAD/CAM workflows and post-processing for Heidenhain

  • Previous experience in a high-mix, low-volume production environment

This is a permanent job with a starting salary dependant on experience. HRGO are a recruitment agency supporting UK Manufacturing. We aim to respond to all applications. You must have current UK right to work to be considered.

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