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.