CNC Miller

Salary/Rate:Market related
Working Options:On-site
Job type:Permanent
Town/City:Glasgow
County:Glasgow City
Specialism:Metals & Engineering
Job ref:CNCMILL-DB
Post Date:August 21, 2026
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Meet Our Recruiter

Daniel Barnett

Daniel Barnett

Senior Executive Recruitment Consultant

About the Role

CNC Machinist 

Location: Glasgow  
Industry: Aerospace
Reference: ASPLIV
Salary: £45,000-£59,000 depending on experience & shift pattern. 

Are you an experienced CNC Miller or Turner looking for a new opportunity within the aerospace and defence industry?

Do you have proven experience setting and operating machines and working to tight machining tolerances?

Are you experienced with Fanuc, Siemens, Heidenhain and/or Mazatrol controls?

Would you like to join an established engineering business manufacturing complex, high precision components?

If so, I want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

  • Interpret engineering drawings, process sheets, blueprints, sketches and work instructions.
  • Determine machining requirements, dimensional specifications, setup and operating requirements.
  • Identify, select and set up tooling for machining operations.
  • Operate multiple machine tools and machining operations where required.
  • Monitor machining processes and make adjustments to maintain required tolerances.
  • Carry out necessary quality inspections throughout the manufacturing process.
  • Visually inspect finished components.
  • Use precision measuring instruments and gauging equipment to carry out dimensional verification.
  • Take responsibility for the quality and functionality of finished components.
  • Maintain high standards of Health & Safety, housekeeping and cleanliness.
  • Identify Continuous Improvement opportunities within the machining process.
  • Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to reduce setup times and improve productivity.
  • Work collaboratively within a team-focused manufacturing environment.

Key Requirements

  • Strong understanding of G-code and CNC controls.
  • Experience with Fanuc, Siemens, Heidenhain and/or Mazatrol controls.
  • Time-served in a machining discipline.
  • Previous experience within aerospace or a similar high-precision engineering environment is preferred.
  • Proven ability to work to tight machining tolerances.
  • Experience using precision inspection and measuring equipment.
  • Strong understanding of engineering drawings and machining processes.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Positive attitude towards Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing.
  • Strong team player with the ability to contribute ideas and support team decisions.
  • Flexible approach to working rotating shifts.

Package Details

  • Salary AM/PM/NIGHTS - £45,610.50 - £54,136.87 depending on experience 
  • Salary 4 on 4 off - £49,947 - £59,302 depending on experience 
  • 33 days annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays
  • Company pension
  • Healthcare cash back plan
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Life Assurance – 3x annual salary
  • Overtime opportunities
  • Long-term career opportunity within an established aerospace and defence business

To Contact Direct:

Daniel Barnett

Managing Consultant 

0151 209 2050

daniel.barnett@aspion.co.uk

At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with new General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store and handle your data – these can be viewed on our website.

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