A precision manufacturing production team in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a skilled Precision CNC Machinist to set up, operate and maintain precision machinery, fabricating, modifying and repairing machine parts, equipment and tools to close tolerances.
About the Role — Precision Machining Operations
Core Function: Setting up and operating lathes, milling machines, drill presses and grinders
Blueprint Reading: Interpreting technical drawings and schematics to determine machining requirements
Quality Control: Performing precise measurements using calipers, micrometers and gauges
Maintenance: Calibrating, maintaining and troubleshooting machinery for optimal performance
Career Opportunity & Precision Manufacturing Growth
Independent Work: Operate within a safety-focused environment with minimal supervision
Quality Systems Exposure: Familiarity with ISO standards and quality control processes valued
Process Improvement: Contribute to efficiency improvements and manufacturing process enhancements
Career Growth: Build specialized close-tolerance machining expertise within precision manufacturing
Position Overview
This Precision CNC Machinist role involves setting up and operating precision machining equipment, reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings, performing precise measurements and quality inspections, cutting, shaping and fabricating parts to specifications and tolerances, calibrating and troubleshooting machinery, monitoring production for efficiency opportunities, collaborating with engineering and production teams, and adhering to all safety guidelines and procedures.
Why This Role Matters: As a Precision CNC Machinist, you turn engineering drawings into precisely fabricated parts that meet tight tolerances and rigorous quality standards, apply hands-on skill across lathes, milling machines, drill presses and grinders, maintain and troubleshoot machinery to keep production running smoothly and safely, contribute to process improvement and efficiency initiatives alongside engineering teams, and build specialized machining expertise valued across precision manufacturing industries.
Key Responsibilities
Machine Setup & Operation
- Set up and operate precision machining equipment, including lathes, milling machines, drill presses and grinders
- Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine machining requirements
Fabrication & Quality Control
- Cut, shape and fabricate parts to meet specifications, tolerances and quality standards
- Perform precise measurements and quality inspections using calipers, micrometers and gauges
Machine Maintenance
- Calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot machinery to ensure optimal performance and safe operation
Process Improvement & Collaboration
- Monitor production processes and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements
- Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve technical issues
- Adhere to all safety guidelines, policies and procedures
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred, or equivalent work experience
Experience Requirements
- Proven experience as a CNC Machinist or equivalent hands-on machining experience
- Experience in manufacturing and production processes and techniques
- Knowledge of raw materials and quality control standards
Essential Skills
- Strong understanding of machining principles, mathematics and mechanical concepts
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documentation accurately
- Excellent manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Strong computer skills and familiarity with inspection/reporting software
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with quality systems (e.g., ISO standards)
- Understanding of health and safety regulations and compliance requirements
- Experience with process improvement methodologies
About This Precision CNC Machinist Opportunity
This Precision CNC Machinist role offers hands-on ownership of close-tolerance machining within a safety-focused production environment. The posting doesn’t name the hiring company or a specific city in the UAE, so applicants should confirm the employer, work location and terms directly through the application channel before applying.
Career Excellence: Apply precision machining skills across lathes, mills and grinders within the UAE’s manufacturing sector.
Who Should Apply?
- Experienced CNC Machinists: With hands-on lathe, milling and grinding experience
- Precision Fabrication Specialists: Skilled in close-tolerance parts manufacturing
- Quality-Focused Technicians: Comfortable with calipers, micrometers and gauges
- ISO-Familiar Candidates: With exposure to quality systems and process improvement
- Independent Problem Solvers: Capable of troubleshooting machinery with minimal supervision
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