CNC Machinist (Heavy Engineering)

Location: Wakefield
Salary: -1718ph
Shift: Days - early Friday finish (37 hour week)

Metalis are working with a well-established engineering and manufacturing business in Wakefield who are looking to add an experienced CNC Machinist to their Machining team.

We are seeking a skilled CNC Machinist with experience operating CNC and manual machines within a heavy engineering environment. Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, you will be responsible for producing high-quality components in line with manufacturing routes, engineering drawings, and quality standards.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected engineering business offering a supportive working environment, excellent benefits, and long-term career stability.

• Operate CNC Milling and manual machines safely and efficiently.

• Ensure machining operations are completed in line with approved manufacturing routes and quality standards.

• Interpret engineering drawings and geometrical tolerances accurately.

• Use manual measuring equipment to inspect and verify component quality.

• Carry out routine machine checks and ensure equipment is maintained and lubricated appropriately.

• Report defective or out-of-calibration measuring equipment.

• Use lifting and transportation equipment safely and correctly.

• Apprentice-trained Mechanical Engineer.

• Previous experience operating CNC Milling machines within an engineering or manufacturing environment.

• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and geometrical tolerances.

• Knowledge of CNC programming.

• Ability to use manual measuring equipment confidently.

• Experience operating horizontal machining centres with Fanuc controls.

• Experience working with Heidenhain controls.

• Background within heavy engineering manufacturing.

• Time-served machinist with CNC programming knowledge.

• Experience producing large or complex engineered components.

• -1718ph

• 8am to 4.30pm, Monday to Thursday, with half an hour lunch break

• 8am to 1pm, Friday

• 33 days holiday per annum.

• Additional birthday holiday.

• Free on-site parking.

• Convenient location close to the train station.

• Life Assurance (4x annual salary).

• Access to Perkbox, including monthly flexi points and discounts at major retailers.

• Stable and well-established engineering business.

• Supportive team environment with opportunities for continuous development.

If the above role sounds of interest, apply today and a member of the team will be in touch.