Overview
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The post holder will be responsible for supporting Manufacturing Engineering activities in one or a combination of the following areas: product design, process design, equipment/tool design, production system design, automated systems and control, quality & continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
* Programming 3 and 5 axis CNC Milling Machines
* Cutting tool selection and work holding tool design
* Validating programming quality through part FAI
* Creation of machine set up sheets & operator work instructions
* Improving and working to lean manufacturing processes
* Ensuring the safety of both employees and machinery
* Training / mentoring less experienced programmers within the department
* Liaise with tooling and software manufacturers to drive Continuous Improvement
* Investigate and apply techniques to reduce cycle times and explore new technology to improve workshop throughput
Reward
* Competitive salary
* Annual bonus (linked to company performance)
* 33 days annual leave (Increase after 5 years' service)
* 37.5 hours per week
* Flexi time working
* £5,000 employee referral bonus
* Health cash plan
* Contributory Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
* Holiday Purchase Scheme - Salary Sacrifice
* Electric Car Scheme - Salary Sacrifice
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Life Assurance Scheme at x4 gross salary
* Competitive enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
* IVF & Assisted Conception Policy
* Women in Business Membership
* Wellbeing Initiatives
* Employee Recognition scheme
* Long Service Awards
* Local charity / sponsorship activities
* Dedicated employee parking
* Discounted Gym membership
* Learning and development opportunities
* Career progression
Requirements
Essential
* 3 years’ machining experience
* 3 years’ offline programming experience using a CAM package (Mastercam Hypermill / Delcam / Catia or equivalent)
* Relevant Manufacturing/Engineering degree is preferred, or HND, BTec Professional Level 5 Award or equivalent NVQ Level 5 qualifications
* Experience working within a lean Manufacturing environment
* Able to read and interpret engineering drawings
* Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office
* Excellent communication skills
* Good time management skills
* Flexible attitude to changing deadlines
Desirable
* Working knowledge of Fanuc and Heidenhain controls
We reserve the right to enhance criteria on shortlisting.
Thompson Aero Seating is an Equal Opportunities employer.
For further information contact careers@thompsonaero.com
Additional information
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
* Industries: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Portadown, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
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