CNC Milling Machinist - PM Shift
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Position Overview & Specifications
CNC Milling Machinist
Salary starting from £40,0000 DOE + Fixed Shift Pattern + Specialist Training + Healthcare Cash Plan + Holiday + Pension + 4 day working week.
Willing to discuss applications from those willing to relocate to Hastings, East Sussex
Are you currently a CNC Machinist with experience running milling machines? Would you like a role where you will receive continual training and opportunities to develop your skillset to become a technical expert?
The Kurt J Lesker Company is a well-established, global manufacturer of bespoke vacuum equipment researching the technology of tomorrow. As we continue to develop, strengthen, and expand our manufacturing department, we are looking for a new CNC Milling Machinist to permanently join our specialist team.
This position is based at our new manufacturing facility based in St Leonards. Standard hour shift are Monday – Friday 2pm – 10.30pm.
The role:
- Setting work pieces, running direct and remote programs from engineering drawing on both horizontal and vertical HAAS milling machines
- Confidently set tools and produce parts to the correct quality standards
- Programming bespoke designs using CAM software and identify any programming errors
- Document setup instructions that list tools, tool positions, feeds, speeds, and fixtures required to run machine in assigned workplace
What we would expect from you:
- Previous experience using multi axis machines
- Capable using various machine controls and conversational machine programs
- Minimum of 2 years actual machining experience
- Flexible and positive approach to working
- HNC/HND in mechanical engineering or equivalent
What can we offer you?
As a privately held company, we can focus on the long term and invest in the future; this has allowed us to stay at the cutting edge, while providing stability and growth for our employees for the last 70 years.
- Competitive salary
- 25 days annual leave + bank holiday
- Matched pension up to 5%
- Health Cash Plan offering £600 per annum towards your standard healthcare costs for both you and your family, plus access to a free 24-hour doctor service
- Income protection insurance
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
- Monthly company lunch
- Corporate, wellness and charity events throughout the year
If you are looking for your next challenging career opportunity, please contact us directly to discuss in more detail.
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Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Machinery Manufacturing
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for CNC Milling Machinist - PM Shift roles across Kurt J Lesker Company's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Machinery Manufacturing.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £40,000 - £40,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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