Ceramic Press Operator with CNC Machining

CoorsTek Advanced Materials UK; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

CoorsTek Crewe is seeking an experienced Production Operator to join our team. The role involves using dry and wet bag cold isostatic pressing to create ceramic components, with CNC machining experience considered advantageous.

The successful candidate will have a strong manufacturing background, read engineering drawings and follow SOPs, ensuring quality and dimensional accuracy while maintaining high safety standards in the production environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating production or manufacturing machinery.
• CNC machining experience is desirable.
• Good mechanical aptitude and confidence working with machinery.
• Ability to read and follow engineering drawings, technical instructions and SOPs.
• Experience using measuring and inspection equipment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to report issues.

Responsibilities

• Operate dry bag and wet bag cold isostatic pressing equipment safely and in accordance with operating procedures.
• Prepare and load ceramic powders and materials for pressing.
• Load, position and remove bags, moulds and components as required by the process.
• Set up and operate equipment using correct production parameters.
• Safely remove and handle pressed ceramic components after each pressing cycle.
• Accurately complete production, batch and quality documentation.
• Identify and report defects, equipment faults or process abnormalities.
• Follow procedures relating to high-pressure equipment, powder handling and other hazards.
• Maintain cleanliness in the Dry and Wet Bag Area and carry out routine equipment checks.
• Work with operators, team leaders and supporting departments to meet production targets.
• Follow CoorsTek health, safety, environmental and quality requirements.
• Support continuous improvement activities within the department.

Skills

Production machinery experience

CNC machining

Reading engineering drawings

Quality-focused

Tools

Measuring equipment

Job description

CoorsTek Crewe is seeking an experienced Production Operator to join our team. The role involves using dry and wet bag cold isostatic pressing to create ceramic components, with CNC machining experience considered advantageous.

The successful candidate will have a strong manufacturing background, read engineering drawings and follow SOPs, ensuring quality and dimensional accuracy while maintaining high safety standards in the production environment.