CNC Recruitment is seeking skilled CNC Programmer Setter Operators to join a reputable client in the Bridgwater area. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced operators who take pride in their precision and independence, with potential to secure a long-term or permanent position.
Location: Bridgwater, Somerset
Pay Rate: Up to £17 an hour
Contract: Full time Permanent
Hours of Work Monday -Thursday 7am 4pm Friday 7am 1:30pm
Key Duties:
Create programs for the CNC machines from models and drawings using CAD/CAM packages for offline programming and online programming on the machines.
Specify / select the correct tooling to manufacture the part using the most efficient processes.
Specify / select the correct work holding system to manufacture the parts.
Safely operate / use the machine.
Load programs onto the machine and select the defined tooling and set it with the correct offsets.
Conduct inspection of parts being produced by the machine they are setting and operating.
Always use manual override to control the feed rate and monitor the distance to the job when setting a new job on a machine to prevent crashes of tooling into part/chuck/ work holding / fixture / billet table / etc.
Always stop the machine before a crash/ impact that will cause damage to the machine / tooling / component or materials.
Produce conforming parts to the drawings.
Complete deburring operations as required.
Change inserts, tools offsets when required.
Ensure all documentation is completed accurately.
Use the SFDC (Shop Floor Data Collection) to clock on and off the jobs accurately.
Report non-conforming parts on SFDC and to the team leader.
Suggest improvements to the program / tooling that will improve the productivity / quality of the parts or process.
Conduct part marking when required.
To run multiple machines where possible to maintain production.
To be able to use all relevant Metrology Equipment.
To be able to use CMM Measuring Equipment.
Ask for further help and training when needed.
Be the subject matter experts in CNC machining on the machines they are programming.
Help train and mentor setter/operators, trainee setter/operators, operators, and apprentices.
Use best practice to increase the efficiency, productivity, and quality of the programs for the machines.
Suggest improvements to work holding, tooling, machinery and processes to increase productivity and adherence to customer requirements and satisfaction.
Maintain the machinery as instructed.
Work as an active team member and provide cover for other team members when required.
Work in a collaborative and non-confrontational way.
This is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities and may be added to by a manager or the Managing Director
Requirements:
Driving licence.
Experience of programming, setting and operating CNC machinery.
Experience of offline CAM packages.
Experience of Solidworks or similar CAD packages that use models.
Part marking experience.
Deburring experience.
Ability to follow instructions.
Ability to use metrology equipment.
Ability to read and follow work instructions.
Good time management skills.
Good problem-solving skills.
Computer literate.
Willingness to learn
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