CNC Machinist

Company: Ford & Stanley Talentwise
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Location: East Staffordshire
Job Description:

CNC Machinist

Burton Upon Trent — £23.18 an hour umbrella. Monday – Thursday 7am – 4pm. Friday 7am – 1pm. Overtime available. Contract to Permanent.

Situation

As a skilled CNC Machinist to join their Gears Department. This is a fantastic opportunity for a mechanically minded individual with machining experience to join a well‑established engineering team supporting the rail sector.

Your New Opportunity

As a CNC Machinist, you will play a key role in producing high‑quality machined components for rail applications. You will be responsible for operating CNC and manual machinery, inspecting components, and ensuring all work meets strict quality and safety standards.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Centre lathe turning with milling experience
  • Using a wide range of measuring equipment to inspect components
  • Writing and interpreting instructions and procedures to assemble products accurately
  • Obtaining relevant technical information from appropriate sources
  • Operating and controlling machines and machining processes
  • Performing inspections on equipment, structures, materials, and finished products
  • Analysing information to identify the best solutions to machining challenges
  • Maintaining clear and honest communication with colleagues and supervisors
  • Ensuring a safe working environment at all times
  • Applying new knowledge and skills to continuously improve performance
  • Mentoring trainees or apprentices when required
  • Supporting 5S activities and maintaining a clean, organised workspace
  • May also be required to undertake additional duties within your skillset to support wider business needs

The Candidate

Minimum 1 year of experience in the rail or automotive industry

Mechanically minded with strong practical skills

Good problem‑solving ability

Strong understanding of mathematics

Self‑motivated and able to work independently

Ability to work in a physically demanding, fast‑paced environment

Manual handling capability

Essential

  • Experience mentoring apprentices or trainees
  • Previous experience in a CNC machining environment within a safety‑critical industry
  • Familiarity with 5S or continuous improvement practices

If you’re seeking your next opportunity in the rail sector, apply today and make a meaningful impact on the future of the industry.

Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on‑going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy.

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Posted: June 4th, 2026