CNC Machinist

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CNC MACHINIST - MILLING SANDIACRE, NG10 5AN £40,972 - £44,093 DOE (INCLUDING SHIFT ALLOWANCE) VARIOUS SHIFT PATTERNS AVAILABLE INCLUDING: 3 Shifts: Days: Monday to Thursday, 06:00 – 13:40 & Friday 06:00 – 13:00 Afters: Monday to Thursday, 13:35 – 21:15 & Friday 12:55 – 19:55 Nights: Monday to Thursday, 21:00 – 06:00 Continental: Sunday to Tuesday, 06:00 – 18:00 Sunday to Tuesday, 18:00 – 06:00 Wednesday to Friday, 06:00 – 18:00 Wednesday to Friday, 18:00 – 06:00 Are you a skilled CNC Machinist looking for your next challenge? Progress Rail Services UK is seeking a dynamic and safety‑focused CNC Machinist to operate milling machines and manufacture high‑quality components in line with the production plan.

You’ll play a key role in delivering precision‑engineered parts efficiently, safely, and on time, while consistently meeting quality standards. THE ROLE: As a CNC Machinist you will be required to: Ensure the correct grade of rail is used for each job as described on cutting sheets (training provided). Follow instructions on the route card and competent in reading of drawings. Identify and load the correct tools for the job of changing inserts and indexable tooling.

Load/unload rails to machine using internal cranes as well as with the help of sideloader. tandem lifting and banksman duties as and when required. Load, backup and edit programs. Use Grinders, Belt sanders and other power tools along with Templates, gauges and probing cycles. Ensure the machine is programmed with the correct data for the process required for each rail. Train new operatives when required. Ensure that safety requirements are met and work in accordance with the company’s procedures and legislation.

Wearing of correct PPE, Housekeeping etc. Reporting of accidents and ''near miss'' incidents in accordance with procedures. Communicate with the following shift via the logbook and at shift changeover. Ensure quality standards are met and improved on wherever possible. THE CANDIDATE: The ideal CNC Machinist: Previous experience should include manufacturing industry, preferably in a medium to heavy environment. CNC Milling experience with programming capability.

Ability to reading engineering drawings. Awareness of safety legislation and quality procedures (ISO 9001) Attention to detail BENEFITS: £40,972 - £44,093DOE (including shift allowance) Company funded external qualifications, where relevant for the role Tailored training to help you learn and develop 33 days annual leave (including statutory holidays) Company pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution Life assurance cover 3.5 x salary Employee Assistance Programme Discounted gym membership – up to 25% off across 4,000 UK gyms Fuel Card – save 2-3p per litre on across 3,500 UK fuel stations including BP, Esso and Shell Various employee recognition schemes ABOUT PROGRESS RAIL: Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified providers of rolling stock and infrastructure solutions and technologies for the global rail industry.