Cnc Operator

A great opportunity has arisen for a CNC operator to join a leading manufacturing company supplying to various industries including aerospace and medical.

Job Description:

• Setting/Operating High Speed CNC machines to perform tasks such as milling, drilling, tapping, grinding etc
• General operation & supervision of other machine shop machinery.
• Ensure all tooling, fixtures & CNC programs are available prior to commencing production
• Keeping accurate records of component quantities and scrap produced on the production documentation
• Maintain high standards in production output and component quality
• Understanding specifications of the task at hand and the desired result by reading mechanical drawings etc.
• Basic Editing of Programs & tool tables
• Take ownership of the component quality & records
• To control, check & replace tooling & cutters
• Prepare and load raw materials and parts onto the machines
• Checking/refilling lubricant levels
• Knowledge and understanding of CNC 3 axis, 4 axis machining and Renishaw probing is required
• Follow company safety systems and work protocol

Beneficial Skills / Qualifications:

• Experience in operating CNC machinery and a strong mechanical aptitude.
• High attention to detail, excellent communication skills
• Ability to work to deadlines and being organised and motivated are all necessary personal skills for this role.

Additional Details:

• 40 hours per week – Monday to Thursday. After training (approx. 6 months) candidate will move onto a 4-on-4-off shift pattern working 11-hour shifts - increased shift allowance
• Free Life Assurance (3 x Salary)
• Holiday Entitlement – 21 days + bank holidays to start rising in increments over 5 years to max 24 days + bank holidays
• Company Sick Pay – (After 6-month probationary period) – rising in increments
• Hospital Appointments - paid time up to 4 hours
• Doctor & Dentist Appointments – paid time up to 2 hours