Aerospace EDM Operator Nights with Overtime & Growth

Optima UK; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate

Overtime rate

Permanent position

Night shift

Aerospace sector

Training & development

Career progression

Stable employment

Job summary

Optima UK in Leicestershire is seeking an experienced EDM Operator to join our aerospace manufacturing team on nights. You will operate Makino EDM machines or other EDMs, read engineering drawings, and work to tight tolerances to produce precision components.

The role offers a permanent nights position with overtime paid at Time & 1/3 and opportunities for training, development and career progression within a specialist precision engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating EDM machinery.
• Makino EDM experience highly advantageous.
• Experience with other EDM machines will be considered.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience working to tight tolerances.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment.
• Aerospace or precision engineering experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operating EDM machinery to produce precision components.
• Setting and operating EDM machines safely and efficiently.
• Loading and unloading components.
• Following engineering drawings, CNC programmes and work instructions.
• Setting tooling, workholding and machine parameters where required.
• Monitoring machining processes and making adjustments as necessary.
• Carrying out dimensional and visual inspection of components.
• Using precision measuring equipment to ensure components meet specification.
• Identifying and reporting quality or machining issues.
• Working to tight tolerances and aerospace quality standards.
• Maintaining accurate production and quality records.
• Working efficiently to meet production requirements without compromising quality.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment.

Job description

Optima UK in Leicestershire is seeking an experienced EDM Operator to join our aerospace manufacturing team on nights. You will operate Makino EDM machines or other EDMs, read engineering drawings, and work to tight tolerances to produce precision components.

The role offers a permanent nights position with overtime paid at Time & 1/3 and opportunities for training, development and career progression within a specialist precision engineering environment.