CNC Miller - Large Gantry

Responsive Engineering Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing solutions company in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a time-served CNC Miller to operate large gantry milling machines. Responsibilities include ensuring machine schedules are met, following quality procedures, and mentoring apprentices. Ideal candidates will have a recognized mechanical engineering apprenticeship and experience with Siemens 840 or Mazatrol controls. Competitive pay of £18.13 to £23.52 per hour depending on experience and shift pattern. Join us to contribute to a safe and supportive working environment.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Qualifications

• Time served CNC Machinists with experience on large gantry milling machines.
• Ability to prepare and load materials on machines.
• Experience in mentoring apprentices and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the machine schedule is completed within the required timescales.
• Follow quality policies and procedures.
• Maximise machine utilisation with minimum downtime.
• Comply with health and safety requirements.

Skills

CNC Miller/Machinist

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Understanding geometrical tolerances

Familiar with Siemens 840 / Mazatrol controls

Competent in maintaining tight tolerances

Competent in lifting heavy components

Experience of machining large fabrications

Education

Recognized mechanical engineering apprenticeship

Job description

Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne

Vacancy Type: Permanent

About The Role

CNC Miller (Large Gantry Milling Machines)

£18.13 to £23.52 per hour Depending on experience & shift pattern

Candidates will be time served CNC Machinists through a recognised mechanical engineering apprenticeship with experience on large gantry milling machines.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring the machine schedule is completed within the required timescales and to the correct drawing specifications
• Work methodically through tasks whilst ensuring quality is not compromised
• Follow quality policies and procedures
• Highlight any quality or production issues to supervision
• Prepare and load materials on machines
• Maximise machine utilisation with minimum downtime
• Multiple machine running when requested
• Mentor apprentices and colleagues when requested
• Comply with all health and safety requirements

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Time served CNC Miller/Machinist
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Ability to understand and interpret geometrical tolerances
• Familiar with Siemens 840 / Mazatrol controls
• Competent working to and maintaining tight tolerances
• Competent lifting heavy components
• Experience of machining large fabrications

Competitive remuneration package offered.

If you feel that you have the necessary skills and experience, we would like to hear from you.

About Us

Responsive Engineering Ltd offers comprehensive, end-to-end manufacturing solutions, all delivered under one roof. Leveraging advanced technologies and a highly skilled workforce, we deliver everything from individual components to full-service manufacturing solutions to the highest standards of quality.

We take pride in fostering a workplace culture that values wellbeing, drive, collaboration, and ambition. These values underpin the trusted partnerships we build with both customers and colleagues. We seek individuals who embody these principles and are committed to contributing to a safe, positive, and supportive working environment.

At Responsive Engineering Ltd, we are dedicated to being a leader in delivering complex manufacturing solutions and earning recognition for excellence in both customer service and employee engagement.

Ultimately, our mission is to provide engineered manufacturing solutions that not only meet our customers’ needs but also reflect our core values: wellbeing, drive, unity, ambition, and trust.