Machinist - Day Shift

Location: Bradford, BD4
Hours: Full-time, Day Shift (6am-2pm), 37.5 hours per week
Salary: Up to £30k DOE
Contract Type: Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking a Machinist to join our expanding team, working within the prototypes and development area. This position plays a key role in supporting new product development and future business opportunities by producing high‑quality, precision components.

You will be part of a small, specialist team providing a professional, responsive service to both internal stakeholders and external customers.

Key Responsibilities

* Set, operate, and programme CNC machinery to produce precision components

* Interpret detailed engineering drawings and work from CAD data

* Use inspection and measuring equipment—including micrometers, verniers, and height gauges—to validate component accuracy

* Work collaboratively across departments to support development projects and prototype builds

* Troubleshoot machining issues and contribute to continuous improvement within the Technical Centre

* Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised work area in line with engineering best practice

* Support problem‑solving activities and uphold a high standard of professionalism at all times

What We're Looking For

* Engineering apprenticeship trained to national standard (or equivalent)

* Minimum 2 years' machining experience in a relevant environment

* Strong CNC machining and programming capability

* Ability to confidently read and work from engineering drawings and CAD information

* Skilled in the use of precision measuring equipment

* Excellent organisational and machine‑setting skills

Benefits

* Competitive salary

* Day shift working hours (6am-2pm)

* Opportunity to work in a highly specialised technical environment

* Modern, well-equipped facility

* Supportive team culture with strong development opportunities

Interested?

If you're a machinist looking for your next opportunity in the Bradford area, hit Apply Now or get in touch with Tom at The Recruitment Group to learn more