CNC Machinist (Turning / Programming)

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  • Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Job sector: Engineering
  • Salary: £21 - £24 per hour + Progression + Company Bonus + Mon - Fri
  • Published: 21 September 2026

CNC Machinist (Turning / Programming)

£21 per hour – £24 per hour + Company Bonus + Progression + Monday to Friday + Days based + Early Finish Friday + 5% Pension

Manchester

Are you a CNC Machinist with turning and programming experience, looking to join an industry leading manufacturing specialist, offering varied and complex work alongside a wide scope for rapid progression to senior engineer and machinist positions and ongoing tailored training?

Are you looking for a role providing a good work-life balance, working Monday to Friday days-only, as part of a tight-knit collaborative workshop with early finishes every Friday?

In this role, you will be responsible for machining bespoke components for a diverse range of industries, including aerospace and oil & gas, using FANUC and LYNX machinery (training provided). You will undertake turning, setting, milling and operating duties, with comprehensive in-house training provided to develop skills in areas that may be lacking. You will join a supportive, close-knit workshop where you will be valued as an individual, with ongoing opportunities to develop your technical expertise.

Established nearly 70 years ago, this well-established company has multiple sites across the UK and has seen year-on-year successes, continuously growing and expanding into different sectors. Specialising in plastics and polymers, they are continuously investing in new CNC machinery to offer the most technical advanced engineering solutions.

This role would suit a CNC Machinist with turning and programming experience, looking to develop their career as part of a long-standing and reputable company with clear scope for rapid advancement into senior positions.

The Role:

  • CNC turning, with training on milling
  • Setting, operating, and programming FANUC and LYNX machines, with training provided
  • Creating bespoke parts with plastics and polymers
  • 39 hours a week, 8 – 4:30 or 6 – 2:30, Monday to Thursday, 7:30 – 3 or 6 – 1:30, Friday

The Person:

  • CNC Machinist
  • Turning Experience
  • Programming experience

Reference number: BBBH27247a

Engineer, Engineering, Mechanical, CNC, FANUC, LYNX, Manchester, Plastics, Plastic, Programming, Turning, Milling, Machinist, Miller, Turner, Setting, Aerospace, Industrial, Hands-on, Polymer

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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