CNC Machinist

  • Permanent
  • Leeds, West Yorkshire
  • Posted: 23rd September 2026
  • Salary: £38480.00 - £42640.00 per annum + 4 Day Week + 33 Holidays
  • Duration:
  • Reference: BBBH17773
  • Industry:
  • Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Skills:

4 DAY WORKING WEEK + 33 HOLIDAYS + FREQUENT OVERTIME + THE CHANCE TO PRODUCE CRITICAL PARTS FOR THE DEFENCE AND NUCLEAR INDUSTRIES + SKILL DEVELOPMENT & PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES WITH A GROWING ORGANISATION

The above points are just a few of the perks that the CNC Machinist will enjoy whilst working with this long-established engineering group.

Established over 150 years ago, this engineering business has become a critical supplier to a number of high-profile industries, including Rail, Defence and Nuclear. Today, they employ close to 600 people across their facilities and are experiencing a fast-growing order book, which has resulted in significant investment (around £5m!) which will increase their production capacity and output.

E3 Recruitment are actively recruiting 2x CNC Machinist vacancies, the successful candidates will join this employer on a permanent basis.

For the CNC Machinist, we are searching for individuals who possess:

  • IDEAL NOT ESSENTIAL: Formal qualifications within a Mechanical Engineering or Machining focused subject (Apprenticeship, NVQ/BTEC/City & Guilds Level 3, HND, HNC etc.) – candidates who are qualified by experience will also be considered
  • A strong level of experience and stable career spent working in a similar role, such as Miller, Turner, Programmer, Setter/Operator etc.
  • The ability to program of edit programs – all machine controls considered (Fanuc, HAAS, Heidenhain, Siemens, Hurco, ProtoTrak, Mazatrol etc.)
  • IDEAL NOT ESSENTIAL: Previous experience working on Mill-Turn machining centres

Working Hours of the CNC Machinist:
40 Hours per week, spread across a 4-day pattern

  • Monday to Thursday – 06:00 to 16:00
  • All breaks paid – you are paid for the entire shift
  • Overtime available on Fridays – paid at 150%

In return, the CNC Machinist will receive:

  • Starting Salary: £38,480.00 (£18.50 per hour) – rising to £42,640.00 (£20.50 per hour) after initial settling in period
  • Holiday Entitlement: 33 Days including public holidays
  • Company Pension: Statutory (8% combined contributions)
  • Permanent employment with a fast-growing organisation

To apply for the CNC Machinist role, please click “Apply Now” and attach a copy of your updated CV. Alternatively, please contact Callum Good at E3 Recruitment for more information.

 
 

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