Night Shift CNC Machinist

Skilled CNC Machinists / CNC Turners

Permanent Nights 4-Day Week Earnings circa £40,000+

North West England

We are currently recruiting for multiple Skilled CNC Machinists to join a well-established and highly respected precision engineering manufacturer in the North West.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced CNC professionals looking for long-term stability, modern machinery, ongoing investment and a strong team environment within a business that continues to grow.

The company manufactures precision-engineered components for demanding industrial applications and operates to exceptionally high quality standards.

Shift Pattern:

Permanent Night Shift

• Monday to Thursday
• 10:00pm - 7:30am
• 38 hours per week
• 3-day weekend every week

Flexibility to support alternative shift patterns when required would be advantageous.

Salary & Benefits:

• Skilled Level 3 Rate: £16.21 per hour
• Night Shift Allowance: £4.80 per hour
• Total Night Shift Rate: £21.01 per hour
• Approximate annual earnings: £40,000+
• Permanent full-time position
• Ongoing training and development
• Modern manufacturing environment
• Long-term career prospects

The Role:

Working within a busy machine shop environment, you will be responsible for producing high-quality precision components while maintaining strict quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities will include:

• Setting and operating CNC machinery
• Tool setting and loading materials
• Machining precision components to drawing tolerances
• Using measuring and inspection equipment
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
• Completing quality documentation
• Supporting continuous improvement activities
• Maintaining high housekeeping and safety standards
• Working within lean manufacturing and 5S principles

Machinery Environment

You may work across a variety of advanced CNC machinery including:

• Mori Seiki Lathes & Machining Centres
• Nakamura Twin Spindle / Twin Turret Machines
• Okuma CNC Machines & Multus Lathes
• Star Sliding Head Machines
• Additional specialist machining equipment

Candidate Requirements

We would like to speak with candidates who have:

• Previous CNC machining experience within a precision engineering environment
• Experience setting and operating CNC turning machinery
• Ability to work from engineering drawings
• Experience working to tight tolerances
• Knowledge of Fanuc, Okuma or Mazak controls
• Experience using inspection and measuring equipment

Time served engineers and candidates with relevant engineering qualifications are encouraged to apply, although skilled-by-experience machinists will also be considered.

Experience machining stainless steel components would be highly advantageous.

The Person

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Strong attention to detail
• A "right first time" approach
• Reliability and good timekeeping
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Positive attitude towards continuous improvement
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills

Please submit your CV to Maria Vasileva at DCS Engineering via the link provided. Alternatively, email