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Watford, Hertfordshire - 47k - 48k Annual GBP Permanent Posted by: Syntech Recruitment Ltd Posted: Tuesday, 27 January 2026
 
 

CNC Machinist

Salary: Up to £48,000 per annum (including shift uplift)
Location: 10-minute drive from Uxbridge, Middlesex
Hours: Continental Shifts Early: 06 00/Late: 12 00
Pattern: Rotation between early and late shifts (no consecutive weeks) 177 working days per year, approx. 25 weekends
Start Date: ASAP
Type: Permanent

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a globally recognised, multi-award-winning engineering company near Uxbridge, producing low-batch, high-precision safety components for the Aerospace and Defence sectors.

As a CNC Machinist, you'll work in a fast-paced CNC department operating a variety of machines, contributing to the production of critical components in a high-spec environment.

Benefits:

  • Up to £48,000 per annum (including shift allowance)

  • Annual company bonus

  • 9% non-contributory pension scheme

  • Healthcare cash plan and life assurance

  • Continental shift pattern with balanced work-life schedule

  • Strong commitment to training and professional development

CNC Machinist Responsibilities:

  • Setting and operating CNC mills and lathes (Bridgeport, Hurco, Protrack)

  • Editing G&M programs directly at the machine when required

  • Producing low-volume, high-precision components

  • Operating CMM machinery and interpreting CMM drawings
  • Performing basic machine and tool maintenance

  • Self-inspecting and deburring components to high standards

  • Supporting lean manufacturing practices and process improvements

CNC Machinist Requirements:

  • Several years experience as a CNC Machinist (milling and/or turning)

  • Confident setting and operating multi-axis machines

  • Ability to self-inspect using standard measurement tools

  • Experience reading CMM reports
  • Mechanical apprenticeship (ideal but not essential)

  • Familiarity with 5S, Continuous Improvement, Kanban, or CMM inspection is a plus

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Watford, Hertfordshire, UK
Manufacturing
47k - 48k Annual GBP
Syntech Recruitment Ltd
Syntech Recruitment Ltd
JS3061663999
27/01/2026 13:58:14
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