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CNC Machinist

Reference: 55520
Salary: £30,000 - £38,000
Location: Bedford
Job Type: Perm
Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing
Posted: 20 May 2026

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Kieran Evans

Kieran Evans

Business Manager, Peterborough Office

I’m passionate about recruitment because it allows me to build long-term relationships and make a genuine impact on both businesses and candidates....
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About The Role


  • Perm
  • Bedford
  • £30,000 - £38,000 GBP / Year

The One Group

CNC Machinist
Salary: £30,000 – £38,000
Location: Bedfordshire
Working Hours: Full-time, 38 hours per week (shift flexibility may be required)

Want to work on something more than repetitive batch production?

This is an opportunity to join a highly specialised engineering business producing complex, high-value one-off components within an advanced manufacturing environment. Working on technically challenging projects, you’ll be part of a skilled team delivering precision work where quality and attention to detail matter. No endless production runs — this is varied, bespoke engineering where every project brings something different.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Setting and operating 3, 4 and 5-axis CNC machines producing bespoke precision components

  • Programming and making online adjustments directly at the machine to optimise production

  • Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and manufacturing to tight tolerances

  • Setting tooling, fixtures and workholding while supporting multiple projects across production

What they’re looking for:

  • Proven CNC machining experience within a precision engineering environment

  • Experience setting and operating multi-axis machinery, ideally 3 and 5-axis equipment

  • Strong understanding of technical drawings, machining principles and GD&T

  • Ability to work on complex one-off or low-volume components with exceptional attention to detail

This is a great opportunity to produce highly complex one-off components used within critical engineering industries, offering varied work and the chance to be involved in projects where precision and quality are essential.

If the role sounds of interest, click apply and Kieran Evans will be in contact to discuss the finer details.

To apply for this job email your details to kevans@theonegroup.co.uk

About The ONE Group


The ONE Group is a specialist recruitment consultancy with offices in Cambridge, Peterborough, Northampton, and Hertfordshire.

We recruit across Technology, Engineering & Manufacturing, Scientific, Sales, and Marketing, with consultants who specialise in their sector rather than trying to cover everything. This focused approach allows us to provide deeper market knowledge, stronger networks, and better hiring outcomes for both clients and candidates.

Our expertise spans permanent, contract, and senior-level appointments. Most importantly, the majority of our business comes from repeat clients and referrals, reflecting the long-term relationships we build and the trust we earn through consistently delivering results.

What Happens Next


1

One of our consultants will review your application within one working day.

2

If your experience looks like a fit, we'll be in touch for a quick conversation to understand what you're looking for.

3

From there, we'll talk you through the role properly, prepare you for interview, and stay alongside you through to your start date.

4

Whatever happens with this role, we'll keep your details on file, with your permission, so we can flag other opportunities that suit you.

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