Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Mechanical Engineer (CNC / Maintenance)
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Mechanical Engineer (CNC / Maintenance)
£35,000 - £40,000 + Extensive Training + Progression + Bonus Scheme + Company Benefits
Southampton
Are you a mechanically qualified engineer from a CNC machining background, looking to take your career in a new direction by getting involved in wider production activities, at a company offering excellent training and long-term development?
On offer is the opportunity to join a well-established manufacturer, who specialise in rubber sealing and moulding solutions.
Working across a wide range of industries, the company has built a strong reputation for delivering complex, customer-specific products. At the start of 2027, the company is relocating to a brand new, purpose-built facility in Totton.
You will cover machining activities during holiday periods. When this isn't applicable, your role will focus around supporting the Product Development Manager, whilst ensuring quality across manufacturing.
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This will involve product development initiatives, process improvements, tool testing and high-level inspection. Furthermore, you will help provide maintenance and mechanical assistance where required.
This role would suit a mechanically minded machinist with a qualification in Mechanical Engineering, looking to develop a broad skillset within a growing and technically diverse manufacturing business.
The Role
- Covering machine shop activities during holiday periods
- Support new product Introduction and product development projects
- Performing inspections on precision components
- Assisting production through troubleshooting, maintenance, and process improvements
Monday to Thursday, 8 - 5, Friday, 8 - 3
The Person
- Qualification in Mechanical Engineering
- Experience operating CNC machines
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Reference Number: BBBH25747g
Keywords: Manufacturer, OEM, Rubber Moulding, Rubber Sealing, Mechanical, Quality, Production, Engineering, CMM, ISIR, FAIR, Training, Bespoke, Southampton, Totton
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The remuneration offered will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.
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