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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 13, 2026. Matchtech scores A on the Alion truth index.

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Matchtech is a UK engineering and technology recruitment agency headquartered in Whiteley near Fareham, Hampshire, placing contract, temporary and permanent staff with clients. Founded in 1984, it covers aerospace, automotive, maritime, defence and security, energy, highways, rail, water and utilities, construction and technology, and also offers managed service, RPO and recruit-train-deploy programmes for employers such as BAE Systems, Leonardo and NATS. Its vacancies, posted on behalf of clients, include civil, mechanical, process and EICA engineers, CAD technicians, software developers, project managers and site staff across the UK.

CNC Machinists

CNC Setter/Operators & Programmers | Fanuc | 3 & 5 Axis

WF5 9NJ

Permanent & Contract Opportunities | ASAP Starts

Good machinists are hard to find. We're looking for the right ones.

We're looking for experienced CNC Millers and Turners to join an exciting manufacturing operation, offering the opportunity to work within a franchise of an exceptional, established manufacturing company.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a growing operation, working with precision-engineered components, developing machining processes and contributing to the introduction of new machinery.

Whether you're an experienced CNC Setter/Operator or a confident Programmer, we're interested in hearing from you.

The Role

You'll play an important part within the machining department, working across CNC milling and turning operations, with exposure to 3-axis and 5-axis machinery.

You'll be expected to take ownership of your work, work independently with minimal supervision and consistently produce high-quality components to tight tolerances.

Key responsibilities include:

Setting and operating CNC machinery using Fanuc controls.

Machining complex, precision-engineered components to tight tolerances.

Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications.

Carrying out first-off prove-outs and supporting new programme development.

Optimising machining processes and improving cycle times.

Troubleshooting machining and programming issues.

Maintaining excellent quality standards throughout production.

Supporting process development and the introduction of new machinery.

What We're Looking For

Proven experience as a CNC Miller and/or Turner.

Strong hands-on experience within a precision engineering environment.

Experience with Fanuc controls.

Experience setting and operating CNC machinery.

Knowledge of 3-axis and/or 5-axis machining.

Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings.

Experience working to tight tolerances and demanding quality standards.

Experience carrying out first-off prove-outs.

Strong understanding of tooling and machining processes.

Confidence working independently and taking ownership of your workload.

A proactive approach to problem-solving and quality.

Experience within aerospace, automotive or defence manufacturing would be highly desirable.

Additional Skills - A Bonus!

Programming experience would be a fantastic advantage, particularly:

CNC programming at machine or offline.

CAM programming experience.

HyperMill (advantageous but not essential).

Multi-axis turning and complex machining experience.

Your salary or contract rate will reflect your experience and technical capabilities, with enhanced packages available for those bringing programming expertise.

What's On Offer?

Permanent Opportunities

£35,000-£45,000 DOE.

Potential to reach £55,000 for exceptional programming experience.

Contract Opportunities

Salary depending on experience and capabilities.

Outside IR35 opportunities available, subject to the appropriate IR35 assessment.

Across Both Options

Monday to Friday working pattern.

Overtime available and paid.

ASAP starts.

Opportunity to join an exciting manufacturing operation backed by an established industry name.

Interested?

Whether you're a skilled CNC Setter/Operator, Miller, Turner or Programmer looking for your next challenge, I'd love to hear from you.

Permanent or contract, let's have a conversation.

Get in touch today for a confidential discussion!

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