Senior CNC Machinist

Senior CNC Machinist/Programmer – Kent. Permanent role with shift allowance. Programme, set and improve CNC processes in a precision engineering environment. Senior-level responsibility, modern machinery, real autonomy and progression with a growing UK manufacturer. Senior CNC Machinist Aylesford Permanent Salary: £40,000–£50,000, which includes the applicable shift allowance for a rotating early/late shift pattern. Shifts: Rotating early/late (06:00–14:00 / 14:00–22:00) Morgan Jones is working confidentially on behalf of a well-established and growing precision engineering manufacturer based in Kent. Our client is seeking a Senior CNC Machinist/Programmer to join a high-spec machine shop, offering genuine ownership of work from drawing through to production. This is not a button-pushing role. It suits an experienced engineer who enjoys problem-solving, improving processes and taking responsibility for quality and output. The Role You will be responsible for end-to-end machining activities, including: • Programming and setting CNC machines independently • Working from technical drawings through to finished components • Producing precision parts to tight tolerances • Improving tooling, cycle times and machining efficiency • Supporting continuous improvement across the workshop • Acting as a senior presence within the machine shop The Ideal Candidate • Strong CNC programming and setting experience • Background in turning and/or milling • Able to work independently from engineering drawings • Proven experience with precision components • Proactive, reliable and quality-focused Desirable Experience • 5-axis machining • Sliding head / Swiss-type machinery • Offline programming (e.g. SolidCAM) • Previous senior or lead machinist responsibilities Why Join Our Client? • Stable, permanent opportunity with a growing UK manufacturer • Well-equipped, modern machine shop • Varied, technically challenging work • Real input into process improvement and machining strategy Morgan Jones is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. About Morgan Jones: Morgan Jones Limited acts as an employment agency. By applying, you accept the Terms & Conditions as well as the Privacy, Cookie, and Data Retention Policy, which can be found on our website. Due to the high volume of applicants, we see that if you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. To view other great opportunities, visit our website or follow Morgan Jones on your favourite social networks – Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or LinkedIn