CNC Machine Operator

Central Recruitment is seeking a talented and experienced Skilled CNC Machinist to join a well-established Engineering company.

Are you a highly skilled CNC Machinist looking for a challenging and rewarding role? Do you have a passion for precision and quality? If so, we want to hear from you! This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team and work with state-of-the-art CNC machinery.

About the Role:

As a Skilled CNC Machinist, you will be responsible for setting up and operating a variety of CNC machines, ensuring high standards of quality, and maintaining targeted output levels while adhering to strict safety procedures and product traceability. You will be a key member of the team, contributing to process improvements and maintaining a clean and efficient working environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Setting up tools and loading materials onto CNC machines.
2. Machining components to precise specifications.
3. Measuring components using inspection equipment to ensure adherence to drawings and tolerances.
4. Reading, interpreting, and working from engineering drawings.
5. Contributing to a team-oriented work environment.
6. Participating in continuous improvement initiatives.
7. Maintaining a safe and clean working environment.
8. Manually handling weights up to 25kg.
9. Completing quality documentation.
10. Using computer equipment for data purposes.
11. Working to lean principles and practicing 5S.

CNC Machines You Will Be Expected to Set and Operate:

1. Mori Seiki Manual Loading Lathes
2. Mori Seiki Driven Tooling Lathe
3. Mori Seiki Vertical Milling Machine
4. Mori Seiki Horizontal Machine Centre
5. Mori Seiki 2 + 4 Axis Gantry Loading Lathe
6. Nakamura Twin Spindle/Twin Turret Barfeed Lathe
7. Nakamura Twin Spindle/Twin Turret Gantry Lathe
8. Okuma 4 Axis Barfeed Lathe
9. Okuma Multus Lathe
10. Okuma Horizontal Machining Centre
11. Star Sliding Head Barfeed
12. ORT Spline Roller

About You:

You are a highly skilled and motivated CNC Machinist with a strong work ethic and a commitment to quality. You are comfortable working independently and as part of a team, and you possess excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.

Essential Skills & Experience:

1. Time-served engineer (or equivalent qualification).
2. Experience working with stainless steels and machine programming using Fanuc/Okuma/Mazak CNC controls.
3. Proficiency in setting up, operating, and adjusting tool and fixture offsets on CNC machine tools.
4. Ability to use a variety of measuring equipment.
5. Ability to read engineering drawings and engineering quality plans.
6. Methodical approach to systems and understanding of established work procedures.
7. Excellent time management and organizational skills.
8. Strong verbal communication and listening skills.

Desirable Skills & Experience:

1. Experience working to tight tolerances.
2. Prior knowledge and experience machining stainless steels (billet, castings, pressings).
3. Experience with conventional milling machines.

Personal Attributes:

1. Strong work ethic and a desire to contribute.
2. Reliable, honest, and able to work unsupervised.
3. Adaptable to a broad range of tasks.
4. Motivated to learn new skills.
5. Attention to detail and a 'right first time' approach.
6. Willingness to embrace change and continuous improvement.
7. Flexible when required.

Job Types:

Full-time, Temporary

Contract length:

3 months

Pay:

From £15.00 per hour

Expected hours:

40 per week

Benefits:

1. Company pension
2. Employee discount
3. Free or subsidised travel
4. Free parking
5. On-site parking

Schedule:

Day shift

Work Location:

In person