Machine Shop Technician

Reference: MST11_1793206647

Machine Shop Technician

High Wycombe

Proactive Global is hiring for experienced Machine Shop Technician to join a leading manufacturing company based in High Wycombe.

Role: Perm

Hours: 39 hours per week. Monday to Thursday: 07:00 - 16:00, Friday: 07:00 - 12:00 (Flexibility Required)

Salary: £31K PA

Job Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Machine Shop Technician to join our growing manufacturing team.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with CNC machining experience who is looking to develop their career beyond simply operating machines. Alongside producing high-quality precision components, the successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the future development of our machine shop.

Our workshop currently operates a combination of CNC and conventional machine tools, manufacturing precision components for the aerospace and defence industries. We are committed to continuously improving our manufacturing capability and are looking for someone who shares our ambition to modernise processes, increase CNC utilisation and help drive continuous improvement.

For the right individual, this role offers genuine opportunities for career progression, including the potential to develop into a Machine Shop Supervisor as the department evolves.

Key Responsibilities

  • Set up and operate CNC turning equipment to manufacture precision components.
  • Operate conventional lathes, milling machines and other workshop equipment as required.
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and manufacturing documentation.
  • Select appropriate tooling, fixtures and machining methods to achieve efficient and accurate production.
  • Produce one-off, prototype and small batch components to customer specifications.
  • Carry out first-off, in-process and final dimensional inspections using precision measuring equipment.
  • Ensure components meet customer quality requirements and internal standards.
  • Perform routine machine maintenance and daily equipment checks.
  • Work closely with Production, Engineering and Inspection teams to resolve manufacturing issues.
  • Identify opportunities to improve machining methods, reduce lead times and increase manufacturing efficiency.
  • Support the migration of suitable components from manual machining to CNC production where appropriate.
  • Assist with the development of standard machining processes and best practices.
  • Maintain high standards of housekeeping, organisation and Health & Safety within the machine shop.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the department.

Desirable

  • Experience with Haas CNC machines.
  • CNC programming or editing experience.
  • Experience operating manual lathes and milling machines.
  • Experience manufacturing precision engineered components.
  • Knowledge of aerospace or defence manufacturing standards.
  • Understanding of ISO 9001 quality systems.
  • Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement methodologies.

Interested candidates can apply or share their CV at [email protected] or call at +44 1753 989974 for further information.


Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£31,000.00
Per annum
Up to GBP31000 per annum
Added 28/10/2026
Reference: MST11_1793206647

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