Job Details
Kintore, Aberdeenshire, UK
July 2025
Job Purpose
To manufacture components to drawing dimensions or specific instruction whilst ensuring housekeeping/safety procedures are followed at all times.
Directly Reports To
* Manufacturing Supervisor
* Workshop & Manufacturing Manager
* Other Machinists
Main Responsibilities
* Set up and operation of CNC machine tools.
* Ensure all relevant drawings, procedures and instructions are to the latest revisions, prior to work commencing.
* Operate and handle materials and tools in a safe manner.
* Operate the machine safely and competently in accordance with manufacturers operating instructions and ensure that good safety and housekeeping standards are maintained as laid down in QHSE policies and procedures.
* After completing the operation, carry out the inspection on the manufactured component before releasing.
* Ensure that the work area is kept clean, appropriate and safety equipment is worn at all times.
* Assist with the training of apprentices.
* Report any environmental and health & safety issues that arise.
* Maintain material certification and traceability for all material used.
* The mentoring of developing machinists within the manufacturing team.
Individual Quality and Safety Responsibilities
* To comply with STATS and Client quality, safety and environmental management systems and procedures at all times.
* Ensure all accidents / incidents / near misses / hazards are immediately reported and relevant paperwork is complete.
Qualifications
* Time Served Machinist
Internal Training Requirements
* Environmental Awareness
* COSHH Awareness
* Manual Handling
* STATS Internal Courses – Basic Level
Experience / Competence / Skills / Knowledge
* Competent in the set up and operation of CNC machine tools.
* Capable of basic programming on machine controls (Heidenhain Controls 530 – 415, MAZATROL, Fanuc or Siemens).
* Ability to read and understand engineering drawings/specifications etc.
* Ability to use inspection equipment.
* Skill in planning methods of machining.
* Ability to select the correct carbide grade, feeds and speeds for the material specification in operation.
* Experience in offline programming in software such as Autodesk Fusion or equivalent.
Personal Qualities
* Capable of working with minimal supervision.
* Well organized and dependable.
* Good timekeeping.
Additional Note
STATS is an equal opportunity employer, in which we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment for all employees, in allowing us to deliver our company objectives together.
Applicants are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet all of the listed qualifications or experience. We recognise that relevant experience and potential can take many forms, and we value a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives. If you are enthusiastic about the role and believe you could contribute meaningfully, we welcome your application.
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