Salary: GBP40000 - GBP50000 per annum
Port Talbot SA13
Commutable from Port Talbot, Bridgend, Swansea, Neath, Briton Ferry, Maesteg, Porthcawl
- 25 Days + Bank Holidays
- Pension
- Life Assurance cover
- Company sick pay
- Career progression opportunities
- Early finish on Friday
This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast‑moving, innovation‑driven engineering organisation that is expanding its machine shop capability. The business is deeply committed to continuous improvement - of its technology, its processes, and its people - and is now looking for an experienced Machining Lead to help drive the next generation of their product line.
In this role, you’ll work at the forefront of the machine shop, contributing directly to a busy new‑product pipeline and playing a key role in bringing advanced, high‑performance devices to market. It’s an ideal position for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to refine, test and optimise hardware and firmware systems.
If you’re passionate about improving engineering processes, and shaping smarter, more capable technologies, this is a rare opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a lean based environment.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Maximising effectiveness of machine tools to demand.
- Drive productivity improvement on CNCs through better tooling, program design, use of automation.
- Set up and operate CNC machines (lathes, mills, drills) according to job requirements.
- Load raw materials and verify tooling setup.
- Interpret technical drawings and ensure dimensional accuracy.
- Perform in-process inspections using precision measuring instruments.
- Monitor machine performance and report issues promptly.
- Apply lean principles and suggest process improvements.
Requirements
- Experience operating CNC machines in a production environment.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Skilled in using precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, gauges).
- Proficiency in DMG Mori programming platforms (Celos, VPS). (preferred)
- Strong knowledge of CNC machining processes and tooling.
- Experience with CAD/CAM software (e.g., Siemens NX, Mastercam).
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and GD&T standards.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools.
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Machining Lead in Port Talbot employer: Hunter Selection Ltd
At Hunter Selection Ltd, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in North Walsham that fosters both personal and professional growth. Our commitment to employee development is reflected in our comprehensive training plans and strong benefits package, ensuring that our team members thrive while contributing to meaningful projects in the FMCG sector. Join us to be part of a collaborative culture where your leadership will make a significant impact on our engineering team's success.
