Advanced Technician - CNC (Ref: MTC1003725)

TN United Kingdom; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Advanced Technician to join their dynamic CNC Team in Coventry. This exciting role involves supporting Subtractive Manufacturing processes, including machine tool programming and operation. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in CNC lathes and machining centres, with the ability to mentor apprentices. Join a renowned organization that bridges academia and manufacturing, and contribute to innovative processes that enhance efficiency and competitiveness across various sectors. If you're passionate about advanced manufacturing and ready to make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in setting and operating 2 & 3 axis CNC lathes.
• Ability to program CNC lathes, preferably on Siemens ShopTurn.

Responsibilities

• Support Manufacturing Engineers in product delivery.
• Mentor apprentices and assist in CNC operations.

Skills

CNC Lathes Operation

CNC Programming (Siemens ShopTurn)

Reading Engineering Drawings

Using Measuring Equipment

Education

Apprenticeship in CNC Operations

Equivalent Experience

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Advanced Technician - CNC (Ref: MTC1003725), Coventry

Client: the-mtc

Location: Coventry, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 47febc8d6197

Job Views: 3

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

Advanced Technician - CNC

We are looking for an Advanced Technician to join our CNC Team based in Coventry.

This role involves supporting Subtractive Manufacturing processes from job request to component delivery, including:

• Supporting Manufacturing Engineers on delivering products and services
• Providing technical input into manufacturing feasibility reviews
• Machine tool programming, setting, and operation

Main Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate will be apprentice trained or have equivalent experience in:

• Producing components on various CNC lathes/machining centres
• Programming, setting, and operating CNC lathes
• Mentoring apprentices

Person Specification:

We are looking for a candidate who:

Essential Skills/Qualifications/Experience:

• Setting and operation of 2 & 3 axis CNC lathes
• Programming CNC Lathes – preferably on Siemens ShopTurn
• Reading and understanding engineering drawings
• Confidence in using measuring equipment

Desirable Skills/Qualifications/Experience:

• Setting and operation of 3 & 5 axis machining centres

About The MTC:

The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) is a renowned research and development organization that bridges academia and manufacturing, home to leading engineering minds globally.

The MTC's engineers, scientists, and technicians work with advanced manufacturing equipment to develop and demonstrate new technologies on an industrial scale, aiding manufacturers of all sizes in developing innovative processes and technologies.

Founded to showcase cutting-edge manufacturing advances in partnership with industry, academia, and other institutions, the MTC collaborates with hundreds of industrial clients across sectors such as automotive, aerospace, rail, electronics, and more. It helps businesses enhance their technological and engineering capabilities for improved efficiency and competitiveness.

Supported by significant UK public sector investment, the MTC offers expertise in R&D, advanced manufacturing management, factory design, and skills training. It has world-class facilities in Coventry, Liverpool, and Oxford, and is part of the UK's High Value Manufacturing Catapult supported by Innovate UK.

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All employment is subject to satisfactory references and security clearance checks due to the sensitive nature of the work.