CNC Machinist - Team Leader (m/f/d)
🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 22 March 2026
LOCATION
Bristol
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Manufacturing
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion
SKILLS
CNC milling machines
Technical drawings
CNC programming
CAD/CAM systems
Measuring tools
Fanuc experience
FULL DESCRIPTION
CNC Machinist - Team Leader (m/f/d)
Full time | asap | Bristol | Shift pattern (Monday – Friday – 06:00-14:00 --- 14:00-22:00)
YOUR TASKS:
- Select appropriate tooling, set up, and operate 3-axis CNC milling machines
- Assist Engineering Manager and CNC Programmer with daily tasks
- Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
- Ensure “Right First Time” execution and collaborate with Quality for part conformity and traceability
- Communicate equipment needs with Engineering and Quality Managers
- Continuously improve processes
- Support with CNC programming
- Monitor tool usage and support with tool and CNC equipment procurement
YOUR EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum 5 years’ experience operating 3 axis milling maches
- Ability to read engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances
- Ability to edit CNC programs to suit need if required
- Fanuc experience and experience in machining aluminium preferable
- Skilled in using measuring tools (e.g., Vernier callipers, bore micrometres, DTI gauge)
- Experience of CAD/CAM systems and good understanding of CAM programming
- Good organizational skills as well as verbal and wirtten communication skills
OUR OFFER:
- Permanent position
- Development opportunities
- Work Socials
- Provided uniform
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Competitive salary
- Auto Enrolment Pension
- Free onsite car parking
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