CNC Grinder: Precision Machinist & Process Innovator in Sheffield

Here at Boeing Sheffield, we celebrate our unique way of transforming our lean Production System to align the site’s safety, quality and continuous improvement plans. We are looking for CNC Machinists, reporting into the Operations Manager, to join one of our Shift teams that will be fully engaged and adaptable, will be team players and problem solvers, and will be excellent communicators.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will perform the following duties:

• Set-up / changeover and / or operate a range of CNC grinding machines and machining centres by installing and adjusting work holding, tooling and tool wear offsets.
• Efficiently and productively load and safely operate a range of CNC machines ensuring that down time is minimised.
• Able to run multiple machines / set-ups (multitask).
• Recognise, deploy, and properly use inserts, work holding, and tooling.
• Efficient identification of production process tool wear and the timely adjustment, replacement of worn, broken or damaged cutting tools.
• Verify programs and settings using a range of measuring / inspection equipment and apply appropriate adjustments to ensure that component quality is maintained.
• Provide timely feedback to the Line Manager on issues and any recommendations for process and/or quality improvement.
• Routinely electronically register and record all process operations on all machine tools being used and maintain results daily.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities within the machining section.
• Ensure that daily / weekly / monthly maintenance tasks are carried out as required.
• Maintain a high level of housekeeping.
• Always adhere to company procedure.
• To support any other ad-hoc tasks where required.
• To carry out any other reasonable tasks as may be requested from time to time to support the business within the various production areas, manufacturing facilities or elsewhere as may be required.
• To take a responsible and proactive approach to health, safety, and environmental risks in relation to your own role and to control the risks or report them to the management team as appropriate.
• Train and mentor other machinists / apprentices on site.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Skilled, time-served engineer with experience of setting and operating CNC machines.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
• Understands and can perform workshift and tool wear compensation / offsets.
• Communicates honestly, professionally, and respectfully with others and demonstrates effective listening skills.
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Good level of numeracy and literacy.
• Good level of IT skills.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• A working knowledge of cutting tool setting and applications and competent with the use of complex fixtures.
• Experience of setting and operating CNC machines.
• Used to working to tight tolerances in a wide range of materials.
• Able to troubleshoot machining processes and work under own initiative.
• Able to train and mentor others.
• Ability to reduce setup time and machining through process improvements.
• Perform daily and regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on machinery.
• Experience of Aerospace machining and AS9100 requirements is desirable, other highly regulated industries will also be considered (medical, nuclear, automotive etc).
• Either: Time served as machinist with experience of CNC machines, or a HNC qualified machinist qualification is desirable.

Becoming a Boeing Employee

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans.
• Continuous learning - you’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Diverse and inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year.
• Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution.
• Company paid BUPA Medical Plan.
• Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks.
• Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week.
• 6x annual salary life insurance.
• 6 weeks Paternity leave.
• 52 Weeks Maternity leave.
• Learning Together Programme to support your ongoing personal and career development.
• Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tools and incentives.

Work Authorisation

This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area, or relocate at their own expense.

Language Requirements: Not Applicable

Education: Not Applicable

Security Clearance: This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. This position is not contingent upon program award.