We’re Hiring: Manufacturing Engineer – CNC

Location: Irvine, North Ayrshire

Elevation Recruitment Group is working in partnership with a market-leading metal processing company based in Irvine, North Ayrshire, to recruit an experienced Manufacturing Engineer – CNC.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of the CNC production process, drive improvements, and lead a skilled team in a forward-thinking manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the CNC programming department, ensuring schedule adherence across all CNC operations.
• Create and maintain effective CADCAM programs, tooling, fixtures, and methods to support manufacturing.
• Monitor output to ensure quality standards and production readiness are met.
• Coordinate resources to ensure all work centres are adequately manned.
• Attend and contribute to quality meetings, NCR activities, and root cause corrective action (RCCA) processes.
• Represent Engineering at pre-production meetings (PPMs) and highlight concerns early.
• Actively participate in daily production meetings and weekly toolbox talks on the shop floor.
• Support bid activities by providing accurate manufacturing times and methods.
• Champion a culture of 5S, health & safety, and continuous quality improvement.

✅ What We're Looking For:

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience with CADCAM software for CNC machines.
• Ideally experienced in the oil and gas sector (preferred but not essential).
• Completed an Engineering Apprenticeship or similar.
• Fanuc and/or Mazatrol control system experience is a plus.
• Strong background in manufacturing processes, production planning, and quality control.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
• Proven leadership and team development abilities.

If you’re a forward-thinking engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, precision-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now or reach out directly to our team at Elevation Recruitment Group for more information.

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