CNC Machinist

  • Permanent
  • Bradford, West Yorkshire
  • Posted: 6th November 2026
  • Salary: £45000 - £50000 per annum + + Excellent Benefits Package
  • Duration:
  • Reference: BBBH17987
  • Industry:
  • Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Skills:

CNC Machinist required to join an industry-leading manufacturer in the Bradford area. The company has an excellent reputation for engineering quality and precision manufacturing. Offering a starting salary of over £50,000, alongside an excellent benefits package, this is a great opportunity to join a well-established business, working with modern CNC machinery in a quality-focused environment that supports ongoing development and continuous improvement.

CNC Machinist Key Responsibilities

  • Perform pre-use machine inspections, recording results and reporting any hazards or faults. Complete asset care tasks as per the maintenance schedule.
  • Set, operate and programme machining centres following standard operating procedures and setup sheets. Produce and inspect parts to meet specifications and quality standards, including deburring and part marking.
  • Maximise efficiency by completing in-cycle tasks where possible, such as running additional machines or performing manual operations. Meet required machine efficiency targets.
  • Capture data using manual and computer systems, including material movements, process times, part counts, downtime, and other relevant information.
  • Provide clear shift handovers, communicating work status and priorities. Support quality investigations to identify root causes

CNC Machinist Benefits

  • Working hours – various shifts available:
    • Morning and afternoon shift £35,932 + 21.25% shift premium = £43,567
    • Morning, Afternoon and Nights £35,932 + 39.58% shift premium = £50,153
  • Westfield Healthcare scheme
  • Non-contractual bonus scheme
  • Competitive pension scheme (employee pays 6%, business pay 9%)
  • Subsidised canteen
  • Employee of the Month recognition
  • Access to Mental Health First Aiders on site
  • Life Assurance 7x salary

CNC Machinist Knowledge & Experience

  • Strong understanding of engineering principles and NC control systems.
  • Solid grasp of quality systems and accurate inspection methods.
  • Proven experience with CNC Mill-Turn-Grind machinery in a production setting.
  • Apprentice-trained engineer (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) in Turning, Milling, or Grinding is essential
  • Able to interpret detailed engineering drawings.

The site is easily accessible from Leeds, Huddersfield, Wakefield, and Halifax. If this role sounds right for you, click apply or contact Conor Wood for more information.

 
 

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