CNC Machinist
Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd
Rochester · posted 21 August 2026
Salary
£34,000 – £35,000 a year
Job type
full time
Location
Rochester, Kent
Category
Sales
CNC Machinist
Rochester, Kent
£13.74 per hour - £34,295 works out annually
48 hours per week | Monday–Friday
Full-Time, Permanent
We are recruiting for an established and highly regarded manufacturing and engineering business based in Rochester that is looking to add a CNC Machinist to its busy machining department.
This is a hands-on production position working with manufactured components across a range of machining processes. It would suit someone with previous experience in a factory, production, engineering or manufacturing environment.
The Role
Working as part of an experienced production team, your responsibilities will include:
* Processing manufactured components through the machining department
* Operating and supporting CNC turning and CNC milling machinery
* Carrying out manual turning, milling and drilling processes
* Working from drawings, production instructions and specifications
* Inspecting machined components to ensure quality standards are achieved
* Carrying out first-off checks on completed work
* Completing job cards and accurately recording production activity
* Using internal touchscreen systems to record completed work
* Manual handling and moving components around the factory
* Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment
* Following all relevant health and safety, PPE and COSHH procedures
What We're Looking For
We are looking for someone who:
* You must have 2 years CNC experience
* Has previous factory, manufacturing, production or engineering experience
* Is comfortable working within a hands-on production environment
* Has good attention to detail and takes pride in producing quality work
* Is comfortable working around machinery
* Can follow instructions, drawings and established processes
* Is physically capable of carrying out manual handling duties
* Has a good understanding of workplace health and safety
* Is reliable, hardworking and works well as part of a team
Hours
48 hours per week
* Monday–Thursday: 6:00am–4:30pm
* Friday: 6:00am–2:30pm
Salary
£13.74 per hour
This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, established manufacturing business offering a long-term position within a busy and professional production environment.
This role is being handled by Sam Palmer @ Pearson Whiffin
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