CNC Machining Technician/Machinist (Barnsley)

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Niftylift Ltd
Designs and manufactures compact, innovative aerial work platforms (cherry pickers and boom lifts) worldwide
Operate CNC machines, set up fixtures, and maintain quality standards in manufacturing.
8 days ago ago
£37,121 - £39,961
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Barnsley, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
251 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Design
Manufacturing
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
What you would be doing
quality assurance
kanban management
cnc operation
process improvement
  • Ensure no faults are passed forward to the next process and highlight any concerns
  • Follow planned daily targets to ensure the correct mix of work is completed to maintain/ improve Kanban stock levels and ensure no delays occur
  • Operate CNC Machine centres to achieve the required quality and at the required output (twin horizontal twin pallet)
  • Provide feedback and ideas for improving the process and identifying & reporting reasons for any delays
What you bring
excel
cnc
apprentice
machining
safety
coshh
  • Previous experience following standard operating procedure for setting up fixtures and jobs
  • PC literate with emphasis on Microsoft Excel;
  • Ideally apprentice trained with previous machining experience (minimum 3 years)
  • Previous experience of CNC Programmes & Parameters;
  • Awareness of Health and Safety and COSHH regulations.
Benefits
  • Health cover scheme for dental, optical etc. (Additional Membership available for Partners, paid for by employee. Kids membership included for free)
  • Cycle-to-work scheme
  • Subsidised refreshments
  • Life insurance scheme
  • Staff discounts
  • Referral Programme
  • Double Day Shift - Hours will be 06:00 -14:00 or 14:00 - 22:00 Monday - Thursday & Friday 06:00-11:30 11:30 - 17:00 rotating shifts
  • Free on-site parking
  • 25 days holiday (increases with service, up to 30 days), plus bank holidays.
  • Company events
  • Annual bonus (for indication only) based on recent average £500 per annum.
  • 5% contributory pension
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
4,000% growth
North American Sales Growth
Experienced significant growth in North American sales over the past two decades.
Founded in 1985
Year of Company's Birth
Began operations in a garden shed in Bedfordshire, England, launching the first lightweight trailer-mounted boom.
1988
Year of Groundbreaking Innovation
Pioneered self-propelled lifts, marking a significant milestone in the industry.
2007
Year Hybrid Power Introduced
Introduced hybrid power systems, showcasing commitment to advanced technology.
  • By focusing on innovation and export, it grew into one of Europe’s largest manufacturers of mobile elevating work platforms.
  • Operates from a world headquarters in Milton Keynes plus major distribution/service hubs in the U.S. and Europe.
  • Offers a range of products: trailer-mounted cherry pickers, self-propelled booms, track-drive platforms, vehicle-mounted lifts.
  • Specialises in lightweight compact booms engineered for rental markets—easy to transport, highly manoeuvrable, low-maintenance.
  • Innovative features include SiOPS® safety cage technology, hybrid diesel-electric Gen² models, hydrogen variants and telematics platform Niftylink.
  • Typical clients span construction, airports, colleges, convention centres, hospitals and tree-care rental operators.
  • Unique fact: its first model from 1985, the Nifty 120 trailer-mount, remains in production today.
Culture + Values
  • We are committed to delivering the highest quality products and services.
  • We place a strong emphasis on continuous innovation to meet customer needs.
  • We prioritize the health, safety, and well-being of our employees.
  • We operate with integrity and honesty in all our business dealings.
  • We foster a culture of respect, teamwork, and collaboration.
  • We are dedicated to environmental sustainability and minimizing the impact of our operations.
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net Zero Commitment
Aim to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 through comprehensive strategies and innovations.
  • design and manufacture products to reduce environmental impact of worksite operations
  • continually seek opportunities to reduce energy consumption, waste, and carbon emissions in our operations
  • products feature efficient, eco-friendly technologies including hybrid and electric drive systems
  • sustainability is integrated into the product lifecycle, from design to disposal
Inclusion & Diversity
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