CNC Operator (First Shift) – 1800

What is the job?

As CNC Operator, you will support the Machine Shop operation to provide precision machined components for production use. You will be required to operate the Matsuura MAM72 milling centre.

Working Hours

Monday to Thursday 6am to 2:30pm and Fridays 6am to 1pm

Department

Manufacturing Engineering

Interview Process

2 stage process following shortlisting – First stage: 1 hour Teams interview. Second stage: Onsite 3-hour interview.

Responsibilities

• Load and run multi-pallet, 5-axis milling centre(s) to produce precision in‑house machined components for production use.
• Load and operate a variety of CNC machines to support the Machine Shop operation, including but not limited to 3 or 5-axis milling centres, multi-pallet milling centres and Wire EDM.
• Schedule and load CNC machines to meet Kanban demand.
• Unload and process components where required, including deburring, ultrasonic cleaning, stress relieving, rumbling and vapour honing.
• Assist CNC Programmers to prove out and produce first‑off production and prototype components.
• Ensure quality of components produced meets requirements by taking accurate measurements and utilising the most appropriate inspection tools.
• Maintain high levels of attention to detail at all times.
• Perform weekly machine maintenance and 5S tasks.
• Ensure that all machining activities are carried out in accordance with the company’s safe working practices and environmental requirements.
• Support the team with process improvement initiatives for the various CNC machines and areas of responsibility.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship trained or similar experience considered.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Machine Shop environment.
• A working knowledge of Fanuc based vertical milling machining centres.
• Experience working with micron level precision.
• Machine loading and operation experience.
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of 5‑axis milling and Wire EDM desirable but not essential.
• Knowledge of multi‑pallet, high mix, low volume machining centres desirable but not essential.
• Must have good attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Ability to work in a team as well as independently.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.
• Adhering to core values and driven positive attitude.

Benefits

• Competitive salary to attract the best, plus an excellent benefits package including pension, health care, 25 days holiday plus public holidays.
• Free onsite parking, free refreshments, and an entertainment area in our large canteen.
• Contributed Pension Scheme, Group Life Cover, Private Health Care, Group Income Protection and more.

We are Disability Confident Committed.

We welcome applications from persons who are over 18 years old.

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