Company: AWD RECRUITMENT LTD
Location: Ollerton
Posted: May 1st, 2026
CNC Machinist / Setter / Operator / Miller / Turner / Programmer – DAY SHIFT
An experienced 4/5 Axis CNC Machinist / Setter / Operator is required for a precision engineering and manufacturing environment, programming and editing using Heidenhain, Siemens or Fanuc controls. Work on high-tolerance components within aerospace, automotive and advanced engineering sectors.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: 5 Axis CNC Machinist, CNC Milling Programmer, CNC Production Engineer, Precision Engineer
SALARY: Competitive Depending on Experience + Benefits
LOCATION: Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, East Midlands (NG17)
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS:
Day Shift, 39 Hours per Week
Monday to Thursday 07:30 – 16:30
Friday: 07:30 – 12:30
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a 4/5 Axis CNC Machinist / Setter / Operatorwho has experience working within a precision engineering environment with time served on programming / editing via Heidenhain, Siemens or Fanuc Control systems.
Working as a 4/5 Axis CNC Machinist / Setter / Operator you will be responsible for setting and operating multiple machines, reading 2D engineering drawings, and performing self-inspection of parts.
As the 4/5 Axis CNC Machinist / Setter / Operator you will have experience in datum setting, G, D&T, and tool offsetting. You should also be proficient with standard measuring systems and be prepared to contribute to team activities like 5S and TPM.
If you're a proactive CNC professional with an eye for detail and a commitment to safety and quality, we want to hear from you.
APPLY TODAY
If this job looks like your ideal position, then please send in your CV as soon as possible for our Recruitment Team to review.
DUTIES
Your duties as a 4/5 Axis CNC Machinist / Setter / Operator include:
Machine Operation: Run a range of machines, primarily HAAS, DMG, and Hermle, handling multiple programmes and a broad spread of products. You should be comfortable operating more than one machine at a time.
Setting and Operating: Setting and operating the specified machines. Your duties will include spindle probing, datum setting, tool offsetting, and G, D&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing). You'll also be responsible for program selection, saving, and handling Balluff systems.
Technical Skills: Read 2D engineering drawings and use standard measuring systems and methodologies
Documentation and Systems: Record productive time on manufacturing systems and accurately manage Route Cards
Team and Improvement Activities: Participate in team-based improvement activities like 5S, TPM, and OEE, and engaging in SQDCP board discussions
Quality and Safety: Responsible for the self-inspection of parts and resolving any Non-Conformance (NCR) issues. You must also promote and maintain a safe working environment and practices at all times
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
The Ideal candidate will have an academic background if possible with NVQ level 3 / City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering
Requires time served on programming / editing via Heidenhain & Siemens control systems, Fanuc controls also used but to lesser degree
Industry experience - Aerospace (ideal), Nuclear, Medical or Automotive (high end), Motorsport: all with high tolerances (+/-0.01mm, Airbus SO4 and S104 stds)
Working to AS9100 / EASA Part 21 (G) standards (ideal)
Must have good team working skills coupled with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Flexible and forward thinker with a 'can do' attitude.
Ideally located within easy local commute to Sutton-in-Ashfield site
Able to cover shifts as required (rotating days/nights, some weekends or days)
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-P14584
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