Responsibilities
- Carry out first line response to any CNC machine downtime
- Support all TPM activities for CNC machines (design, implementation and ongoing activities)
- Liaise with the CNC manufacturers/service engineering groups
- Work with others to maintain a PDCA continuous improvement cycle within CNC manufacturing groups
- Work with local cell leadership to ensure appropriate machining techniques and procedures are followed by the operators
- Ensure machines are running to the required maximum potential/efficiency
- Follow the procurement process when adding new equipment to the CNC value streams
- Support a culture of 5S in CNC machining areas
- Collaborate with stakeholders to develop future strategies to support our CNC machining teams
- Troubleshoot and conduct root cause analysis in the case of a disruption to the value stream
- Train senior operators where appropriate for PM activities
Qualifications
- Apprenticeship trained or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years as a CNC Service/Maintenance Engineer
- Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance experience on CNC multi‑axis mills
- Strong understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, vacuum systems and PLC diagnostics & programming
- Electrical fault‑finding and basic 3‑phase practical work
- Experience with Fanuc / Haas control systems
- Core competency in multi axis milling machines
- Ability to multitask, time manage and work independently
- Attention to detail and creative approach to problem solving
- Experience in implementing TPM programs, including risk assessing assets and making recommendations on critical spares
- Develop and implement preventive maintenance (PM) schedules
- Knowledge of preventive maintenance systems and maintenance management software
- Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies TPM, Kaizen, 5S and experience applying them to maintenance operations
- In line with the requirements of the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, all applicants must have a valid permission to enter or remain in the UK with no condition that prevents them from working in the UK. Documented evidence of such permission will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.
About the role and company
Thorlabs is a global, industry leading optical technologies company. We are experts in the design and manufacture of a range of innovative photonics products. We use these products in manufacturing and research, from fibre optics to piezo motors. We are the gold standard with optics laboratories worldwide. There are now 22 facilities across the world in 9 countries. Here in Ely, we are responsible for the Motion Control and Optical Tables product line.
Location and work environment
Where you will be working? At Thorlabs there are lots of opportunities for in‑house customised training and development that accelerates your career progression. We have free onsite parking, free refreshments, as well as an entertainment area in our large canteen for your enjoyment.
Benefits
Competitive salary to attract the best, plus an excellent benefits package including pension, health care, 25 days holiday plus public holidays. Contributed Pension Scheme – Group Life Cover – Private Health Care – Group Income Protection & more.
