5-Axis CNC Setter/Engineer — Aluminium Diecast

Magna International; Telford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International in Telford is seeking a time-served CNC Setter/Process Engineer to join the Cosma group. You will run high‑speed 5‑axis machining of aluminium diecast components and program using G&M codes (Siemens controllers).

You’ll train and mentor setters/operators, troubleshoot tooling and fixtures, and maintain process documentation while promoting HSE practices and continuous improvement on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Apprentice served or formal college certification.
• Proven CNC machine setting in a JIT production environment.
• 5 axis high speed machining of aluminium castings.
• Programming G&M codes, preferably Siemens controllers.
• Strong understanding of tooling & fixture design principles.
• Delivery of training.

Responsibilities

• Support production on a daily basis.
• Competent in running CNCs and machine performance diagnostics.
• Maintain hydraulic fixture operation, clamping repeatability and machining position.
• Change tools, track tool life, investigate tool breakages.
• Monitor part quality and adjust offsets to improve process capability.
• Develop and maintain process documentation and SWIs.
• Set procedures and standards; drive TPM and 5S.
• Train, mentor and guide others on safe operation.
• Promote HSE policies across the department and plant.

Skills

CNC machining

5 axis machining

G&M programming

Problem solving

Training delivery

Siemens controllers

Tooling design

Quality mindset

Education

Apprenticeship or college certification

Tools

CNC controls

Fixture design tools

Job description

Magna International in Telford is seeking a time-served CNC Setter/Process Engineer to join the Cosma group. You will run high‑speed 5‑axis machining of aluminium diecast components and program using G&M codes (Siemens controllers).

You’ll train and mentor setters/operators, troubleshoot tooling and fixtures, and maintain process documentation while promoting HSE practices and continuous improvement on the shop floor.