CNC Machine OperatorLocation: Southend-on-Sea Salary: up to £40,000 depending on experience Hours: Monday to Thursday 6.45am to 4.30pmAn aerospace engineering manufacturer based in Southend-on-Sea is looking to recruit an experienced CNC Machine Operator to join their production team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled machinist with aerospace experience to be responsible for programming, setting and operating CNC milling machinery while supporting continuous improvement initiatives, reducing waste, and maintaining a zero-defect manufacturing philosophy. What s on offerWorking 4 days per week - Monday to Thursday 06:45-16:30Salary up to £40,000 depending on experience20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays (4 days to be used during Christmas shutdown)Pension Plan, Health Cash Plan, Life Assurance, EAP and Shopping Discounts. Key ResponsibilitiesProgramme, set and operate CNC Mills using Bridgeport Vertical Mills with Heidenhain controls and Haas Mills with Fanuc controlsManufacture precision aerospace components from aluminium, stainless steel and InconelCoordinate programming and setting activities alongside existing settersCarry out first-off inspections and in-process quality checksAssist in the operation of other machinery including thread rollers, grinders, drill banks, torque testers and deburring equipmentMaintain machine efficiency to achieve production KPIs, on-time delivery targets and parts per hour objectivesIdentify opportunities to reduce scrap, ..... full job details .....