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Computer numerical control machine operator
CNC MACHINIST

CNC MACHINIST

The Recruitment Co

Posted a day ago, valid for 15 hours

Barnstaple, Devon EX32 8PF, England

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The CNC Machinist position requires setting and operating CNC turning and milling machines to produce parts according to engineering specifications.
Candidates should have previous experience in CNC Turning and Milling, with a preference for those who have worked in the Aerospace Industry.
The role demands proficiency in reading engineering drawings and using measurement tools, as well as the ability to take corrective actions as necessary.
This job offers a rotating shift pattern of 37 hours per week, with specific hours from Monday to Friday.
The salary for this position is competitive, and candidates should ideally have at least 2 years of relevant experience.

The CNC Machinist is accountable for setting and operating CNC turning and milling machines to produce parts to engineering technical drawings following set operating procedures. The ideal candidate will have the knowledge to review parts to ensure they comply with measurements on drawings and take remedial action as appropriate by adjusting offsets.Essential Functions:

Work closely with the pre setter to ensure tooling is set up correctly
Set & Operate CNC machine to specific programme as per part number and work instruction sheet via utilisation of the DNC link (direct numerical control) on computer
Load tooling as appropriate into CNC machine
Check accuracy of first off
Check accuracy of parts using appropriate measurement tools
Take corrective action to rectify errors by offset adjustment on CNC machine
Obtain & Maintain "A Stamp" Approval status for machines and processes
Undertake inspection process of other team members work when required
Work on own initiatives and resolve any issues or problems to company specific procedures
Knowledge and application of lean principles/tools/5 S/seven wastes, participating in Kaizen events
Ability to be flexible and adaptable working on different machines and assisting colleagues as required.
Flexible in work patterns to meet business needs
Maintain TPM on machines

Qualifications:Skills:

Previous experience in setting and operating CNC Turning together with Milling and Mill/Turning Machines (this is advantageous to have both qualities)
Competent in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, and understanding of Geometric Tolerancing
Proven competency in different engineering measurement tools / techniques
Good level of computer literacy
Experience in Aerospace Industry advantageous
Experience of range of operating systems an advantage
Worked on CNC Machines
Knowledge of COSHH (forming part of EATON's MESH procedure)
Apprentice Qualified or similarly experienced Machinist with CNC Turning and/or Milling experience

Hours of work:

2-week rotating shift pattern, 37 hours per week.
Monday to Thursday 6am to 2pm, Friday 6am to 11am.
Monday to Thursday 2pm to 10pm, Friday 11am to 4pm.

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