Job Title: CNC Machinist

Location: Newcastle

Salary: Up to £19.91 per hour +30% shift allowance for nights

Shifts: Shift pattern: 2 weeks days / 2 weeks nights

• Unlimited mental health support
• Fully integrated employee assistance programme (EAP) with a 24/7 helpline for support on a range of emotional and practical issues
• 24/7, unlimited remote GP appointments
• Physiotherapy
• Medical second opinions
• 360 Wellbeing Score — four short assessments offering key insights into health and wellbeing, unlocking 1-2-1 lifestyle coaching for support
• Personal training and nutrition consultations
• Extensive everyday savings and discounts
• Financial and legal guidance
• On-demand wellbeing content and resources
• 22 days leave (pro rata based on three shifts)
• Up to 2 days additional leave per year
• Up to 5.5% company contribution to pension
• 4x basic annual salary (if enrolled in company pension)

Theo James Recruitment is proud to be supporting a leading engineering company specializing in precision manufacturing for various industries. With a strong reputation for innovation, quality, and reliability, they are committed to investing in cutting-edge technology and fostering a dynamic work environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that values skill development and career progression.

As a CNC Machinist , you will play a key role in our precision engineering team. Reporting to the Cell Manager, you will be responsible for the setting and operating of CNC machines, working with a variety of materials including exotic alloys, stainless steel, brass, duplex, and aluminium. The ideal CNC Machinist will have experience interpreting engineering drawings, using measuring equipment, and ensuring high-quality machining standards.

• Set up and operate CNC machines to meet quality and production standards.
• Program machines for single, small-batch, or series production.
• Work with precision materials and ensure dimensional accuracy.
• Use measuring equipment and follow inspection procedures.
• Collaborate with production control, engineering, and maintenance teams.
• Maintain a safe working environment in line with Health & Safety policies.
• Provide support for apprentice and trainee training.

• Time-served CNC Machinist with experience in horizontal and/or vertical boring.
• Experience with 5-axis machining is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong understanding of production processes and engineering systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings in both imperial and metric measurements.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork mentality.
• Security clearance (Baseline Personnel Security Standard - BPSS) may be required.

• Opportunity to work for a leading engineering company.
• Excellent career progression and skills development.
• Competitive hourly rate with great benefits.
• Be part of a professional and innovative CNC machining team.
• Work on high-quality, precision-engineered components.

Job Title: CNC Machinist

Location: Newcastle

Salary: Up to £19.91 per hour +30% shift allowance for nights

Shifts: Shift pattern: 2 weeks days / 2 weeks nights

• Unlimited mental health support
• Fully integrated employee assistance programme (EAP) with a 24/7 helpline for support on a range of emotional and practical issues
• 24/7, unlimited remote GP appointments
• Physiotherapy
• Medical second opinions
• 360 Wellbeing Score — four short assessments offering key insights into health and wellbeing, unlocking 1-2-1 lifestyle coaching for support
• Personal training and nutrition consultations
• Extensive everyday savings and discounts
• Financial and legal guidance
• On-demand wellbeing content and resources
• 22 days leave (pro rata based on three shifts)
• Up to 2 days additional leave per year
• Up to 5.5% company contribution to pension
• 4x basic annual salary (if enrolled in company pension)

Theo James Recruitment is proud to be supporting a leading engineering company specializing in precision manufacturing for various industries. With a strong reputation for innovation, quality, and reliability, they are committed to investing in cutting-edge technology and fostering a dynamic work environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that values skill development and career progression.

As a CNC Machinist , you will play a key role in our precision engineering team. Reporting to the Cell Manager, you will be responsible for the setting and operating of CNC machines, working with a variety of materials including exotic alloys, stainless steel, brass, duplex, and aluminium. The ideal CNC Machinist will have experience interpreting engineering drawings, using measuring equipment, and ensuring high-quality machining standards.

• Set up and operate CNC machines to meet quality and production standards.
• Program machines for single, small-batch, or series production.
• Work with precision materials and ensure dimensional accuracy.
• Use measuring equipment and follow inspection procedures.
• Collaborate with production control, engineering, and maintenance teams.
• Maintain a safe working environment in line with Health & Safety policies.
• Provide support for apprentice and trainee training.

• Time-served CNC Machinist with experience in horizontal and/or vertical boring.
• Experience with 5-axis machining is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong understanding of production processes and engineering systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings in both imperial and metric measurements.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork mentality.
• Security clearance (Baseline Personnel Security Standard - BPSS) may be required.

• Opportunity to work for a leading engineering company.
• Excellent career progression and skills development.
• Competitive hourly rate with great benefits.
• Be part of a professional and innovative CNC machining team.
• Work on high-quality, precision-engineered components.