CNC Programmer, setter and operator
Our Client based just outside Bedford, is seeking a permanent CNC Programmer
Terms
1. the position is permanent, based on 40hrs per week
2. salary based on experience, knowledge, and competence.
3. access to the company contribution pension scheme
4. 22 days annual holiday, rising 1 day per year, up to a maximum 25 days per annum.
CNC Programmer Main purpose:
The main purpose of the role is to produce machined items of tooling, utilising various metal machining centres, whilst operating independently. Although the role predominates around the automotive sector, it will also encompass industrial engineering projects from other business sectors, such as logistics and agriculture.
Key Responsibilities:
5. inputting product designs into CNC machining centres
6. programming, setting and operating milling and turning centres
7. programming, setting and operating CNC machining centres
8. selecting and loading suitable cutting tools to optimise time and cost
9. producing small batch quantities of mechanical tooling items, to drawing specifications
10. performing quality checks on WIP and finished goods
11. producing parts within an acceptable timescale, as agreed with the line manager
12. mechanical assembly of tooling, within a defined timescale
13. have the ability to resolve any problems identified
14. be flexible with respect to daily tasks and responsibilities
15. have an awareness and responsibility towards health and safety and work in a manner that keeps you and those around you safe
16. maintaining a clean and tidy work area
CNC Programmer Experience and Qualifications
17. ideally be time served / completed apprenticeship as a miller and/or turner
18. previous experience of working in a machine shop environment
19. extensive experience with computer modelling software
20. strong attention to detail
21. an ability to read and interpret 2D drawings
22. an ability to use Auto CAD/Fusion 360
23. an ability to work with other disciplines in workshop
24. the development of new skills both in and outside of your core discipline
25. good communicational (oral, reading and writing) skills.
26. an ability to analyse/problem-solve, as issues arise
The successful candidate will be self-motivated, a team player and an experienced machinist, who will also have the skills and ability to use a multiple of disciplines to successfully produce quality, machined items. Ideally, you will be apprenticeship trained and will be fully competent in safely working from technical drawings to the highest standards of workmanship, cleanliness and within the agreed timescales.