This role reports directly to the Production Supervisor. The purpose of the role is to produce machine parts by operating a manual machine or programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine.
Closing Date: 30/01/25
Duties will include:
The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate quality workmanship while meeting the standard times for the assigned job. While showing a degree of flexibility and willingness to learn new skills and contribute towards continuous improvement. The candidate will also be required to;
* Plan machining by studying work orders, engineering plans, materials, specifications, and machining parameters; interpreting dimensions and tolerances.
* Program mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.
* Set-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, vices, tools, attachments, collets, gears etc.
* Load feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.
* Verify settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces; adhering to international standards.
* Maintain specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
* Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
* Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
* Keeping work area clean/tidy plus free from hazards.
* Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
* Document actions by completing production and quality logs.
Requirements:
* Have experience in a similar role.
* Have experience of reading engineering/technical drawings and making to specification.
* Experience in editing/proving CNC programs.
* Have excellent communications skills.
* Be proficient in using a variety of measuring equipment.
* Be comfortable working in a busy environment and be able to use your initiative and plan in advance.
* Be flexible and adaptable to change.
* Be self-motivated with a good work ethic and attention to detail is essential.
Benefits:
* Free onsite parking.
* Company pension.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Employee discount.
* Free flu jabs.
* Health & wellbeing programme.
* Life insurance.
* Sick pay.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Production
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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