Machine Shop - CNC Setter / Operator (Milling)

Amphenol Corporation; Whitstable; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Machine Shop - CNC Setter / Operator (Milling)

Amphenol Ltd - Whitstable, Thanet Way, Whitstable, Kent, United Kingdom Req #203

11 February 2025

The Company:

With innovation and engineering at the heart of our business, Amphenol Ltd (ALTD) has been at the forefront of using the latest technologies and practices for over 50 years to meet the needs of interconnection in a variety of applications. As part of the Amphenol Corporation - a leading global interconnect Fortune 500 specialist company, ALTD is continuing to grow and significantly investing in the future.

Based in Whitstable Kent, ALTD has maintained its status as a market leader in the Aerospace and Military industries and growth targets remain on track as part of our strategic plan. With approximately 230 employees across a wide range of disciplines, our end-to-end manufacturing capabilities provide endless opportunities for our employees to grow their career and professional experiences.

More information on the job vacancy you have selected is available below, however if you have any additional questions please contact the HR Department on 01227 773200 or email [e-mail]:

The Vacancy:

Purpose of the role

Setting and operating CNC multi-tasking lathes to manufacture components from raw material (bar stock) for our internal assembly flow lines to the highest quality and on time.

Duties and responsibilities

• Setting and operating CNC lathes to produce small to medium size batches of work in a timely manner.
• Inspecting work to Engineering drawings using various measuring equipment and reporting any quality defects to the machine shop supervisor.
• Daily, weekly and monthly maintenance checks on machines, including maintaining good housekeeping standards and 5S requirements, and reporting any issues promptly to supervision.
• Optimising efficiencies through reduced set-up and cycle times, plus tool life monitoring.
• De-burring, cleaning, final inspection, and completion of all traceability documentation.
• Carry out such other duties that may be reasonably requested.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• GCSE, or equivalent, in English and Maths Grade C or above or relevant experience.

Technical Knowledge

• A knowledge of operating CNC machine tools.
• Experience of CNC lathes with a minimum of 4 axis.
• Experience of reading and editing Fanuc based programs.
• Competent in reading and understanding engineering drawings and able to inspect their work using a range of measurement equipment to ensure the product is correct to drawing.

Skills and Competencies

• Hardworking with the ability to stay focused at all times.
• Very high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks over long periods of time.
• Safety conscious.
• Ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently.
• Willing to learn new skills.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines whilst maintaining quality.

Applicants must possess the physical capability to engage in manual labour tasks, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods, as outlined in the job requirements.

Experience

• Knowledge of operating twin spindle machines would be an advantage.
• The ability to work to AS9100 aerospace quality standard.

The Benefits:

• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Company Sick Pay
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Subsidised Restaurant facility
• Free onsite parking

To be considered for this position please click the 'Apply now' button, and thank you for your interest in Amphenol LTD.