Job Title: CNC Machinist
Location: Newcastle
Salary: Up to £19.24 per hour +30% shift allowance for nights
Shifts: Shift pattern: 2 weeks days / 2 weeks nights

The Company

Theo James Recruitment is proud to be supporting a leading engineering company specializing in precision manufacturing for various industries. With a strong reputation for innovation, quality, and reliability, they are committed to investing in cutting-edge technology and fostering a dynamic work environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that values skill development and career progression.

Job Description - CNC Machinist (Mazak Integrex)

As a CNC Machinist, you will play a key role within our precision engineering team operating and programming Mazak Integrex multi-tasking machines. Reporting to the Cell Manager, you will be responsible for the programming, setting, and operation of Mazak Integrex mill-turn machines, producing high-precision components in a range of materials including exotic alloys, stainless steel, brass, duplex, and aluminium.

The successful candidate will have experience in Mazatrol / Mazak Integrex programming, multi-axis machining, and producing complex components in a high-precision manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

* Program, set and operate Mazak Integrex multi-tasking CNC machines.

* Create and edit Mazatrol programs for complex mill-turn components.

* Interpret engineering drawings and translate them into efficient machining programs.

* Produce precision components for single, small-batch, and production runs.

* Machine a range of materials including exotic alloys, stainless steels, duplex, brass and aluminium.

* Use precision inspection equipment to ensure components meet dimensional and quality standards.

* Optimise machining processes, tooling strategies and cycle times.

* Work collaboratively with production, engineering and maintenance teams to resolve machining challenges.

* Maintain a safe working environment in line with Health & Safety policies.

* Support and mentor apprentices and trainee machinists where required.

Skills & Experience Required

* Time-served CNC Machinist / CNC Programmer.

* Proven experience programming and operating Mazak Integrex multi-tasking machines.

* Strong knowledge of Mazatrol programming (Smooth / Matrix / Fusion control advantageous).

* Experience with multi-axis mill-turn machining.

* Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings (metric and imperial).

* Strong understanding of tooling, work holding and machining strategies for complex components.

* Experience machining high-value or difficult materials such as stainless steels, duplex and exotic alloys.

* Competent using precision measuring equipment and inspection processes.

* Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail.

* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a high-precision manufacturing environment.

* Security clearance (BPSS) may be required