Machine Shop Technician
High Wycombe
Proactive Global is hiring for experienced Machine Shop Technician to join a leading manufacturing company based in High Wycombe.
Role: Perm
Hours: 39 hours per week. Monday to Thursday: 07:00 - 16:00, Friday: 07:00 - 12:00 (Flexibility Required)
Salary: £31K PA
Job Description
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Machine Shop Technician to join our growing manufacturing team.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with CNC machining experience who is looking to develop their career beyond simply operating machines. Alongside producing high-quality precision components, the successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the future development of our machine shop.
Our workshop currently operates a combination of CNC and conventional machine tools, manufacturing precision components for the aerospace and defence industries. We are committed to continuously improving our manufacturing capability and are looking for someone who shares our ambition to modernise processes, increase CNC utilisation and help drive continuous improvement.
For the right individual, this role offers genuine opportunities for career progression, including the potential to develop into a Machine Shop Supervisor as the department evolves.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and operate CNC turning equipment to manufacture precision components.
- Operate conventional lathes, milling machines and other workshop equipment as required.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and manufacturing documentation.
- Select appropriate tooling, fixtures and machining methods to achieve efficient and accurate production.
- Produce one-off, prototype and small batch components to customer specifications.
- Carry out first-off, in-process and final dimensional inspections using precision measuring equipment.
- Ensure components meet customer quality requirements and internal standards.
- Perform routine machine maintenance and daily equipment checks.
- Work closely with Production, Engineering and Inspection teams to resolve manufacturing issues.
- Identify opportunities to improve machining methods, reduce lead times and increase manufacturing efficiency.
- Support the migration of suitable components from manual machining to CNC production where appropriate.
- Assist with the development of standard machining processes and best practices.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping, organisation and Health & Safety within the machine shop.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the department.
Desirable
- Experience with Haas CNC machines.
- CNC programming or editing experience.
- Experience operating manual lathes and milling machines.
- Experience manufacturing precision engineered components.
- Knowledge of aerospace or defence manufacturing standards.
- Understanding of ISO 9001 quality systems.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement methodologies.
Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
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Machine Shop Technician in High Wycombe employer: Proactive
Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork, offering Assembly Technicians a competitive salary of £35,000 a year. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, you will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities in a collaborative work culture that encourages problem-solving and creativity. Located in a vibrant area, our workplace fosters a sense of community and provides unique advantages such as flexible working hours and a supportive environment for personal and professional advancement.
