Lathe Operator

Job description • Quality – to ensure that all quality standards are adhered to and all documentation completed. • Cost – to work in line with standard hours and avoid unnecessary waste, organise activities to maximise productivity. • Delivery – to work in accordance to deadlines and change priorities to suit business needs. • People – to work in accordance with company values and support and develop colleagues when needed • Continuous Improvement – to maintain and further develop Machining/fitting skills and knowledge to suggest and investigate opportunities for improvement and be adaptable to change. Tasks: • Undertaking a variety of machine shop activities and processes dependant on the business requirements, including, lathes, turning machines, saws etc • Using a range of air tools, machine and drill components using trim and drill jigs or by measuring from technical drawings • Assembly of composite components using standard fasteners such as riveting and anchor nuts. • Cleaning and finishing of products using polishers • Ensuring the preparation of the bonding surfaces are clean and contamination free. • Bonding using various adhesives and putting components into ovens for curing. • Completing job cards and other required documentation accurately and timely and in line with process. • Communicating effectively with other departments to share any issues and contribute to the smooth running of production. • Contributing to a variety of Continuous Improvement activities within the Workshop area and the wider team. Qualifications • Good standard of education • Relevant qualifications would be desirable • Experience of using lathe is essential ideally with composite materials Experience: • Experienced in a process driven production environment • Experienced in working in manufacturing environment ideally composite • Experience of working in a machining environment • Good communication skills, written and verbal • Experienced working in a team.