CNC Operative


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£32,240 to £34,320 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Portadown, BT66 6LB
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	13 Aug 2026
Closing date:	12 Sept 2026

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Summary

Your new company

A leading accredited manufacturer specialising in advanced multi‑axis CNC machining. Due to continued growth, the company is expanding its production team and now requires an experienced CNC Machinist to support increasing demand across aerospace, automotive, and precision engineering projects.

Your new role

You will play a key role in the machining and production of high‑precision components. Responsibilities include:

Operating and setting up 3‑axis and 5‑axis CNC machines

Machining and milling a range of materials including aluminium, brass, mild steel, stainless steel, and engineering plastics

Interpreting technical drawings and ensuring all parts meet required tolerances

Carrying out in‑process and final quality checks

Maintaining machinery and performing routine servicing

Working closely with the production team to meet daily output and quality targets

Identifying opportunities to improve machining efficiency and workflow

Mon- Thurs 7am - 4pm and Fri until 12pm. Overtime time and half

What you'll need to succeed

Minimum 2 years' CNC machining experience (3‑axis or 5‑axis)

Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Experience working to tight tolerances

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

High attention to detail and commitment to quality

Flexibility to support production demands

What you'll get in return

Competitive salary based on experience

Opportunity to work with state‑of‑the‑art CNC machinery

Career development within a growing engineering business

Supportive team environment and long‑term job stability

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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