CNC Operator

Basildon, Essex Full-time Permanent 3-Shift Rotation (Mon-Fri)£21.50 per hour + 25% shift allowance

First Achieve Engineering & Manufacturing are recruiting on behalf of a high-precision manufacturing business operating within a highly regulated aerospace and defence environment.

We are looking for skilled CNC Operators with mill/turn experience to join a modern machining facility in Basildon. You will be responsible for producing high-precision components, primarily using 4 and 5-axis CNC milling and turn/mill machines, working to tight tolerances and exacting quality standards.

As a CNC Operator, you'll play a key part in delivering precision-engineered components while maintaining safety, quality, and efficiency on the shop floor.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set and operate multi-axis CNC milling and mill/turn machines

• Manufacture high-precision components to tight tolerances

• Inspect parts using CMM and other measuring equipment

• Work strictly to engineering drawings, procedures, and safety guidelines

• Accurately record production data, machine issues, adjustments, and repairs

• Maximise machine uptime through preventative maintenance (TPM)

• Maintain a strong safety focus at all times

• Work flexibly to support production requirements

• Collaborate effectively with other team members

You'll be a time-served or highly experienced CNC machinist who takes pride in producing consistent, high-quality work.

Skills & Behaviours:

• High attention to detail with a quality-first mindset

• Comfortable working to closely controlled aerospace / defence standards

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Safety-conscious approach to work

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience operating CNC mill/turn or multi-axis machines

• Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings

• Experience machining high-precision components

• Good understanding of manufacturing and safety regulations

• 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday

• 3-shift rotation

• Initial training period on day shift

• £21.50 per hour

• 25% shift allowance paid once on rotating shifts

• Full-time, permanent contract

• Competitive hourly rate plus shift allowance

• Excellent benefits package including:

  • Pension

  • Life insurance

  • Private medical healthcare

  • Prescription safety eyewear

  • Employee retail discounts

• 33 days holiday, including Christmas shutdown

• Long-term career development in a supportive, collaborative environment