CNC 4:Axis Horizontal / 5:Axis Milling Engineer Location: Glasgow Shift Pattern: 3:shift rotation, Monday:Friday (37 hours/week) Pay Rate: GBP22.40 per hour (inclusive of shift allowance) Contract Type: Permanent We are recruiting on behalf of a leading precision engineering business based in Glasgow, currently seeking an experienced CNC 4:Axis Horizontal or 5:Axis Milling Engineer to join their expanding team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a time:served machinist or a technically qualified individual with proven experience working to tight tolerances in a high:spec, fast:paced environment. Shift Pattern (Rotating Shifts): * Early Shift: Monday to Thursday : 6:00 am to 2:00 pm Friday : 6:00 am to 1:00 pm * Back Shift: Monday to Thursday : 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm Friday : 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm * Night Shift: Monday to Thursday : 10:00 pm to 6:00 am Friday : 10:00 pm to 5:00 am Key Responsibilities: * Set, program, and operate 4:axis horizontal or 5:axis milling machines. * Work from detailed engineering drawings and specifications. * Monitor and adjust machining processes to ensure precision and productivity. * Carry out routine maintenance to maximise machine uptime. * Inspect finished components to ensure high quality and dimensional accuracy. * Support continuous improvement initiatives and assist the Manufacturing Lead as needed. * Adhere to all H and S standards and maintain a clean, safe working environment. Key Requirements: * Proven background in CNC Milling (4:axis horizontal or 5:axis experience essential). * Skilled in reading engineering drawings and using hand tools. * Able to demonstrate programming/editing capability at the machine. * Strong understanding of precision tolerances and quality inspection techniques. * Knowledge of lean manufacturing and 5S is desirable. * Previous experience working on Matsuura 5:axis and horizontal machines with Fanuc or G:Tech controls is highly desirable. Machines in Use: * Matsuura 35v / 3vs (Fanuc Series 16i:M) * Matsuura 42v / 63v (G:Tech 30i) * Matsuura H:Max and MAM 900 (Fanuc Series 16i:M) What Were Looking For: * Strong attention to detail * Reliable team player with good communication skills * Motivated individual with a commitment to high standards and continuous improvement