CNC Machinist

MS631 – CNC Machinist

Salary: £15 per hour

Location: Nottingham

Overview

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Machinist on behalf of one of our clients.

Our client encourages applications from ex‑military personnel; however all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Review samples, drawings or instructions to understand specifications of output.
• Plan the sequence of necessary actions for the completion of a job.
• Take measurements and mark material for cutting or shaping.
• Read and interpret CAD drawings in order to select correct machinery.
• Ability to work from samples.
• Select appropriate machines (e.g., lathes) and position or load material for a job.
• Determine and program size of batches, speed of machine etc.
• Monitor machine while working to adjust the feed, maintain temperature and identify issues.
• Check output to ensure consistency with specifications and discard defects.
• Keep records of approved and defective units or final products.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and repair minor damages.
• Operation of lathes, milling machines, slotters, grinders and pillar drill.
• CNC operation.
• Ability to read blueprints and measuring devices such as callipers, micrometres and vernier.
• Understanding and experience with ferrous, non‑ferrous, plastics and copper.
• Maintain safe operation of equipment by adhering to safety protocols and regulations.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Can work on own initiative or as a team member.
• Batch or single item works.
• Perform any other duties within your capabilities as directed by the Workshop Manager.

Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience as machinist.
• On Call/Rota availability.
• Experience working with machine tools or mechanical assembly.
• Experience in using and/or programming manual, semi‑automated or automated tools and machines.
• Experience with welding and balancing would be beneficial.
• Ability to use precision tools (e.g., callipers) to take accurate measurements.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals.
• Good at math with analytical abilities.
• Computer skills (MS Office Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Knowledge of speeds and feeds.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and PPE.
• Attention to detail with good communications skills.

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