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Lead CNC Machinist

Job Posted: 17 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire

Expire in: 10 days

Job Description

Looking to step into a leadership role where your technical expertise and ideas genuinely make an impact?

We’re seeking a Lead CNC Machinist to take ownership of 5 Axis machining operations, producing high-precision, low-volume components used in critical maritime systems. This is a hands-on role with real influence over process improvement, quality, and team development.

Responsibilities

  * Machine components on 5-axis CNC machining centres

  * Create, edit, and optimise CNC programmes from engineering drawings

  * Lead programme improvements to enhance quality and reduce cycle times

  * Carry out set-ups, tooling, and fixturing activities

  * Perform prove-outs and first-off inspections

  * Conduct measurement and quality checks to ensure specification compliance

  * Handle materials using lifting equipment (slings / overhead cranes)

  * Support and train other operators

  * Follow all health & safety procedures at all times

Requirements

  * HNC / HND qualified (or equivalent)

  * Experience operating Mazak 5-axis CNC machines

  * Ability to create and edit programmes using Mazatrol

  * Strong understanding of engineering drawings

  * Confident using measuring equipment (verniers, micrometers, probes)

  * Experience setting and machining castings (dial indicators & probes)

  * Knowledge of health & safety procedures

  * Experience with manual handling, slinging, and overhead cranes

  * Ability to train and support other machinists

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