Grinder Manual and CNC Setter Operator AM Shift

Responsibilities:

• Set, fault find and operate machines to produce fasteners to strict tolerances.
• Use gauges, micrometers, and shadow graphs to ensure parts conform to the drawing.
• Self-certification of personal work.
• Prove out programs to ensure they align with correct timings in accordance with manufacturing and quality standards.
• Keep all computer files and manual paperwork accurate and up to date.
• Responsible for producing SPC charts and records.
• Ensure housekeeping is maintained to the highest standards.
• Adhere to all quality procedures and participate in root cause analysis.

General Company Support:

• Train on all machines to ensure 100% flexibility in the workplace and train others once fully trained.
• Participate in locally focused or multi-functional continuous improvement teams.
• Work as a fully flexible team member to maximise production and quality levels.
• Maximise plant and resource utilisation.

Company Responsibilities:

• Maintain full compliance with Howmet policies and procedures.
• Conduct all activities in accordance with the Howmet Guide to Business Conduct.
• Adhere to all company EHS requirements and actively participate in identifying and eliminating hazards.
• Promote self-development in line with company and personal aims.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Experience in the operation of RSS and Okuma preferred or any external grinding experience.
• Experience working within a busy manufacturing environment.
• Experience setting grinding machines.
• Aerospace experience would be advantageous.

Competencies & Skills:

• Communication: Strong communication skills; effectively communicates with team members and listens respectfully to others' opinions.
• Team Skills: Emphasises the importance of reaching work objectives and builds strong relationships with other departments.
• Personal Attributes: Shows determination in reaching productivity targets, demonstrates high attention to detail, generates and is open to new ideas, and works on their own initiative.
• Problem Solving: Critically examines parts for accuracy and quality, ensures work meets set standards and specifications, and complies with legislation, including Health and Safety.
• Technical Knowledge: Basic understanding or appreciation of problem solving.

Performance Management/Review:

Competence in the Grinding Setter/Operator role will be based on the job holder’s ability to meet the requirements set out in the job description and display the behaviours outlined in the person specification. The performance review tool will be used to support this process.