Job Title: CNC Machinist – Milling Focused
Location: Rochdale
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £44,000.00 + Overtime (OTE up to £50,000+)

Are you a skilled CNC Machinist with a background in milling? Looking for a stable, long-term role with excellent earning potential?

Our client, a global leader in high-spec manufacturing, is seeking experienced CNC Milling Machinists to join their growing team in Rochdale. With a strong pipeline of work and long-term contracts, this is a fantastic opportunity to work on precision-engineered components in a clean, well-equipped facility.

Shift Options and Premiums:
• Early Shift (06:00 – 14:15): +20% (£20.71/hr)
• Late Shift (14:00 – 22:15): +30% (£22.48/hr)
• Night Shift (22:00 – 06:15): +40% (£24.16/hr)

Overtime Rates:
• Monday–Friday: 1.33x
• Saturday: 1.5x
• Sunday: 2x
• 1.5x rate applies if 10+ hours of overtime are worked between Monday–Saturday

Key Responsibilities:
• Set and operate CNC milling machines to produce precision components
• Interpret and work from engineering drawings
• Edit or write CNC programs (Fanuc and/or Heidenhain controls)
• Carry out basic manual machining (milling/turning) when required
• Maintain excellent standards of accuracy and finish
• Support junior team members with training and guidance
• Adhere to all health and safety and quality control procedures

Requirements:
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering (or completed apprenticeship)
• Solid experience operating CNC milling machines
• Confident working with Fanuc and/or Heidenhain controls
• Ability to edit or create CNC programs
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• Flexible to work shifts and overtime when required

Benefits:
• 37-hour working week
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Enhanced overtime rates
• Company pension scheme (4.5% or 5.5% matched)
• Life assurance up to 3x annual salary
• Health surveillance and optician support
• PPE and company workwear provided

Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable and reputable employer that values its workforce. If you''re an experienced CNC Machinist with milling expertise and you''re looking to earn well, develop your skills, and work on interesting projects – apply now.

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