CNC Machinist

CV-LibraryGermanypermanentPosted: 24 March 2026
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Title: CNC Machinist
Location: Hamburg
Type: Permanent
Salary: €65,000 - €85,000 DOE

Set and operate advanced CNC machinery to produce high-precision components for regulated, high-spec industries. This role covers the full machining lifecycle, from CAM programming and initial prove-out through to optimisation and repeat production. You will play a key role in driving efficiency, consistency and performance across a modern manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on position suited a CNC Machinist who values precision, ownership and continuous improvement.

The CNC Machinist will be responsible for

* Set up, prove-out and run components to stringent engineering and quality standards

* Improve cycle times and maximise machine utilisation

* Design and refine fixturing and workholding solutions

* Select appropriate tooling and machining parameters for a range of advanced materials

* Ensure high-quality output with a focus on right-first-time manufacturing

* Support new product introduction from drawing through to production

* Collaborate with engineering and digital teams to improve data capture, scheduling and automation

* Contribute to standardising programming approaches across multiple sites

The CNC Machinist will require

* Strong experience in CAM programming (e.g. Fusion, Hypermill, Mastercam or similar)

* Demonstrated ability to achieve tight tolerances in precision manufacturing environments

* Experience setting and operating advanced CNC machinery

* Solid understanding of feeds, speeds, tooling strategies and workholding principles

* Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and GD&T

* Experience within high-spec or regulated industries is advantageous

* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-ownership environment

It is desirable for the CNC Machinist to have

* Experience with simultaneous 5-axis machining

* Familiarity with probing, automation or pallet systems

* Understanding of recognised quality standards (e.g. AS9100, ISO9001)

* Interest in advanced manufacturing, automation or data-led production

Benefits for the CNC Machinist

* Opportunity to work on complex, high-value engineering components

* Exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies and automation

* Equity or long-term incentive opportunities (where applicable)

* Ability to influence manufacturing and programming standards

* Collaborative, performance-driven environment focused on continuous improvement

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