At a Glance
- Tasks: Set, edit, and operate CNC machines to create precision parts.
- Company: Dynamic engineering firm in Luton with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, pension plan, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Flexible shifts and a supportive work environment for continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Join a team that values your skills and offers growth opportunities.
- Qualifications: 3+ years CNC experience and ability to read ISO engineering drawings.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 35000 £ per year.
The Machinist will manufacture piece parts and sub-assemblies using various machine tools in accordance with laid out specifications/drawings, work instructions and quality procedures. The ideal candidate will be skilled in CNC milling and possess a proven track record to include manual machining.
What you will do:
- Set, edit programs and operate CNC milling or turning machine to machine parts to specifications.
- Manufacture parts and components in a low volume production environment to engineering drawings.
- Manufacture or modify tooling, such as jigs, fixtures and moulds.
- Lay out and verify dimensions of parts, using precision measuring and marking equipment and knowledge of trigonometry.
- Demonstrate ability to achieve times specified on job travellers as indicated by Production Engineering to meet production requirements.
- Demonstrate ability to utilise Epicor (ERP) system for logging work times to maintain booking compliance.
- Active involvement in improving workshop facilities as part of the lean program.
- Support continuous improvement efforts through involvement in structured problem solving and other activities using LEAN concepts.
- Report any accident, near-miss, dangerous occurrence or dangerous condition to their line management in line with procedure.
- Switch off and secure unattended plant or equipment.
- Avoid improvised arrangements and suggest safe ways of eliminating hazards.
- Maintain knowledge of, and comply with, all Health & Safety requirements associated with the role.
- Never place themselves or fellow employees in danger by their actions.
What you will need:
- Essentials: Minimum of 3 years experience in engineering with proven experience as a CNC Machine Operator.
- Ability to understand and machine to ISO engineering drawings and ability to work to close tolerances.
- Competence in using measuring equipment e.g., micrometres and Vernier callipers.
- Basic IT skills.
- Good knowledge of 5S principles.
- Desirable: Time served craft apprenticeship.
- Experience with CNC setting and operating CNC Vertical mills preferably with either: Winmax 5 (Hurco) or Fanuc (Parkson) Controls or experience with programming, setting and operating CNC lathes with either Mazatrol (Mazak) control or Siemens control (Doosan Puma).
Why work for us?
- Competitive compensation and benefits packages.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- Generous annual leave and option to purchase additional holidays.
- Contributory pension plan with associated life assurance.
- Recognition reward schemes.
- Healthcare scheme offering cash back on medical services (optician/dental etc.).
- Virtual GP surgery and employee assistance programme.
- Cycle-to-work scheme.
- Range of employee discounts (including gyms, high street and online retailers).
Shift Patterns:
- Early Shift: Monday Thursday 06:00 14:15, Friday 06:00 12:00
- Late Shift: Monday Thursday 14:15 22:30, Friday 12:00 18:00
Holiday Entitlement: 25 days per annum plus 8 statutory bank holidays
Pension: Auto-enrolment into the company pension scheme with 5.5% employer contribution and minimum 3.5% employee contribution
CNC Miller Setter Operator in Bedford employer: Optical Precision
Join a dynamic team in Luton as a CNC Miller Setter Operator, where we prioritise employee growth and development through excellent training opportunities and a supportive work culture. Enjoy competitive compensation, generous annual leave, and a range of benefits including a contributory pension plan and healthcare scheme, all while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives in a collaborative environment.
