CNC Machinist
Staplehurst, Kent
Vacancy listed 10/12/2025
Application deadline 31/12/2026
Details
About Us:
Magnetic Shields Limited is the global leader in the design and manufacture of magnetic shielding products and shielded rooms across a variety of sectors and industries. Our continued growth and ongoing investment mean we now have a brand-new factory unit which will double our production capacity and throughput. This period of expansion is a very exciting time for the Company and we are keen to speak to applicants interested in joining our production team in an experienced CNC Machinist.

About the role:
  • The candidate will work within our toolroom department operating our CNC controlled lathes and 2 mills to generate components required for tooling or directly by our customers
  • Most components are designed in-house and will require the successful candidate to use the 3D model to generate the machining code within Inventor CAM software, which feeds directly into the machines.
  • You will also, in collaboration with our design department, aid the design of any fixturing or jigs that may be required to allow machining of the components 
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​Essential Skills/Experience:
  • Minimum of 2 years experience within machining environment
  • Have experience of Heidenhain controllers
  • Produce small, complex batches of components to high quality standards
  • Experience of working from engineering drawings
  • Ability to work within a team to ensure deadlines are met

Desirable Skills:
  • Be familiar with LEAN/5S Principles
  • Have experience in Inventor CAM or similar software
  • Experience of design and manufacture of machine fixturing
  • Experience of sliding head lathes would be advantageous
  • Experience of working within ISO9001 quality system
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We acknowledge that the most valuable aspect of business is the people, and we are looking to recruit the next generation of our workforce!
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At MSL, we’re driven by curiosity, precision, and collaboration. We value diversity of thought and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where technical excellence and innovation thrive.

We will invest everything we have in your success. If you’re ready to lead groundbreaking electromagnetic engineering work and contribute to industry shaping science, we’d love to hear from you. Please refer to our website (www.magneticshields.co.uk) for more information.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Private medical cover
• Competitive holiday entitlement
• Quarterly performance bonuses
• Comprehensive company sick pay
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Exclusive discounts portal
• Double death-in-service cover
• On-site Mental Health First Aiders
• Training & development pathways
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

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