CNC Machinist


Company:	New Appointments Group Ltd
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Tonbridge, TN10 3JF
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	13 Oct 2026
Closing date:	12 Nov 2026

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Summary

CNC Machinist

Location: Tonbridge, Kent

Salary: Competitive + Quarterly Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced CNC Machinist looking to join a growing, forward-thinking manufacturing business investing heavily in its future?

Our client is a global manufacturer with an outstanding reputation for designing and producing specialist engineered products supplied to a wide range of industries worldwide. Following significant investment in a brand-new production facility, they are expanding their machining team and are looking for a skilled CNC Machinist to play a key role in their continued growth.

The Role

Working within the toolroom, you'll manufacture precision components for both in-house tooling and customer orders, producing high-quality, low-volume complex parts. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, problem-solving and working closely with design and engineering teams.

Key responsibilities include:

Programming and operating CNC lathes and milling machines

Using 3D CAD models to generate machining programmes via CAM software

Producing precision components to exacting quality standards

Reading and interpreting engineering drawings

Supporting the design and manufacture of tooling, fixtures and jigs

Working collaboratively to achieve production targets and delivery deadlines

To be successful, you'll have:

At least 2 years' CNC machining experience within a precision engineering environment

Experience using Heidenhain controls

The ability to machine small batches of complex, high-precision components

Confidence working from engineering drawings

A proactive approach and the ability to work effectively within a team

Desirable experience includes:

Inventor CAM or similar CAM software

Designing or manufacturing fixtures and jigs

Sliding head lathe experience

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or 5S principles

Experience working within an ISO 9001 quality environment

What's in It for You?

Alongside a competitive salary, you'll benefit from:

Quarterly performance bonus

Benenden Healthcare

Enhanced pension contributions

Generous holiday allowance

Comprehensive company sick pay

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts and rewards platform

Death in Service cover

Mental Health First Aiders

Ongoing training and career development opportunities

If you're a skilled CNC Machinist looking for a long-term opportunity with a business investing in both its people and its facilities, we'd love to hear from you

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If this role isn't for you, please check out our website for other roles that may be suitable, or send us your CV, we would still like to hear from you! You can find us on our website or LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and x@nagrecruitment

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.

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