Skilled Machinist

Skilled Machinist

Location: Bradford, BD4
Hours: Full-time, Day Shift
Salary: Up to £30k DOE
Contract Type: Permanent

About the Role

We are recruiting a Skilled Machinist to join a specialist Machine Shop within a small, well‑equipped workshop environment. This role focuses on producing one‑off and small‑batch prototype components, supporting new product development, prototype builds, and continuous testing activities.

You’ll work closely with Application Engineers, Test teams, and multiple internal departments, ensuring the smooth running of development projects by delivering high‑quality, precision‑machined parts.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working independently, thrives in a hands‑on engineering setting, and has strong CNC programming and machining skills.

Key Responsibilities

Machine prototype components to support ongoing development and test activities
Work closely with Application Engineers to confirm machining requirements
Plan machining processes and write CNC programs from scratch
Set and operate CNC and manual machinery to produce parts to exact specification
Use precision measurement tools to inspect and verify finished components
Order materials and tooling required for machining tasks
Provide support to Test, Prototype Build, Production, Maintenance, and Quality teams when required
Repair fixtures, make tooling, and section components for analysis
Maintain excellent workshop housekeeping and adhere to engineering best practice
Work independently and efficiently to meet project timelines

Equipment You’ll Be Working With

Haas Lathe SL30
Colchester VMC (3‑Axis) with Fanuc control + 4th‑axis add‑on
Colchester semi‑automatic lathe (CNC or manual operation)
Small mill drill
Pillar drill
Chop saw
Off‑hand grinder
Gcoder 2D CAD software

What We’re Looking For

Time‑served engineering apprenticeship (or equivalent experience)
Strong experience in both turning and milling
Essential CNC programming experience
Ability to read and work accurately from engineering drawings
Confident using precision measuring equipment
Able to plan machining jobs and work independently
Organised, proactive, and able to support multiple departments

Benefits

Competitive salary
Day shift
Highly varied prototype machining work
Small, modern, well‑equipped workshop
Supportive engineering environment with autonomy
Opportunities to work closely with R&D, Test, Production, and Quality

Interested?

If you’re a skilled machinist looking for a hands‑on role in a specialist prototype environment, hit Apply Now, or get in touch with Tom at The Recruitment Group to learn more
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed