CNC Miller
Location: Southend-on-Sea
Salary: up to £35,000 depending on experience
Hours: Monday to Thursday 6.45am to 4.30pm
An aerospace engineering manufacturer based in Southend-on-Sea is looking to recruit an experienced CNC Miller – Programmer / Setter / Operator to join their production team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Skilled Machinist with Aerospace experience to be responsible for programming, setting and operating CNC milling machinery while supporting continuous improvement initiatives, reducing waste, and maintaining a zero-defect manufacturing philosophy.
What’s on offer
- Salary £35,000 depending on experience
- 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
- Working hours: Monday to Thursday 6.45am to 6.30pm (Fridays off)
- Pension Plan, Health Cash Plan, Life Assurance, EAP and Shopping Discounts.
Duties
- Programme, set and operate CNC Mills using Bridgeport Vertical Mills with Heidenhain controls and Haas Mills with Fanuc controls
- Manufacture precision aerospace components from aluminium, stainless steel and Inconel
- Coordinate programming and setting activities alongside existing setters
- Carry out first-off inspections and in-process quality checks
- Assist in the operation of other machinery including thread rollers, grinders, drill banks, torque testers and deburring equipment
- Maintain machine efficiency to achieve production KPIs, on-time delivery targets and parts per hour objectives
- Identify opportunities to reduce scrap, improve productivity and increase manufacturing efficiency
- Complete maintenance checks, cycle time sheets and production documentation
Skills & Experience Required
- Previous aerospace engineering manufacturing experience with a strong understanding of aerospace quality standards is essential
- Proven experience programming, setting and operating CNC Mills is required
- Experience setting and operating fixed head or sliding head CNC machines is preferable
- Experience with Doosan, Hardinge, Mori or Star machinery would be ideal
- Must have the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
- Knowledge of bar feeders and CNC lathes would be an asset
- Strong inspection and measurement skills using a variety of measuring equipment is needed along with a high attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team
- Positive attitude towards continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles
Candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this role.
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