Composite Machinist
Enstone, Oxfordshire Area | Tuesday-Friday, 7:00am-5:30pm | Contract Until March 2027 (Potential Extension)
Hourly Rates:
- Grade 1: £32.26 Umbrella (£24.09 PAYE Equivalent)
- Grade 2: £30.59 Umbrella (£22.84 PAYE Equivalent)
Build Components That Perform at the Highest Level
We're supporting a world-class engineering organisation at the forefront of high-performance vehicle technology. Due to continued project demand, we're looking for experienced Composite Machinists to join a fast-paced manufacturing environment producing precision composite components to exacting standards.
Working within a specialist composites team, you'll machine critical carbon fibre and advanced composite parts that contribute to the performance of cutting-edge engineering programmes.
The Role
As a Composite Machinist, you'll be responsible for the machining, finishing and inspection of composite components using both CNC and manual machining techniques. This role requires exceptional attention to detail, a quality-first mindset and the ability to work within a highly regulated, performance-driven manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Machine composite components using CNC mills, routers and manual equipment
- Set, adjust and operate CNC machinery using composite-specific tooling
- Interpret engineering drawings, CAD data and technical specifications
- Carry out dimensional and visual inspections using precision measuring equipment
- Identify and resolve machining challenges including fibre pull-out, chipping and delamination
- Maintain machine tools, cutters and fixtures to ensure optimum performance
- Complete manufacturing documentation and production records accurately
- Work to strict quality and delivery targets
- Adhere to all Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality procedures
- Support continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing team
About You
You'll be a skilled machinist with experience machining composite materials within a precision engineering, motorsport, aerospace or advanced manufacturing environment.
Essential Experience
- CNC machining experience
- Knowledge of carbon fibre and composite materials
- Ability to read engineering drawings and CAD-generated data
- Experience using precision measurement equipment
- Understanding of machining tolerances and inspection requirements
- Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team
What's On Offer?
- Long-term contract until March 2027
- Four-day working week
- Opportunity to work within a high-performance engineering environment
- Competitive hourly rates
- Exposure to cutting-edge composite manufacturing techniques
- Potential contract extension
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