CNC Machining Specialist: 3/5 Axis Setup & QC

Safran UK; Cwmbran; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran UK is seeking a skilled CNC machinist to manufacture machined components by setting and operating CNC lathes and 3- and 5-axis machining centres. You will ensure quality through in-process checks and comply with HSE requirements.

You will download programs, set up tooling, prove out new NPIs, monitor tolerances with inspection gauges, perform regular maintenance, and collaborate with production and engineering teams to improve cycle times.

Qualifications

• Indentured apprentice or equivalent modern apprenticeship.
• Experience setting and running 3 axis & 5 axis vertical machining centres and CNC lathes.
• NVQ Level 2/3 mechanical engineering or B-Tech diploma.

Responsibilities

• Download programs from the file server.
• Setup CNC tooling assemblies and maintain tool management system.
• Setup and run CNC machining centres.
• Prove out new NPI programs.
• Use inspection gauges to monitor tolerance requirements as defined in engineering data.
• Perform daily/weekly maintenance tasks per machine centre maintenance plan.
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Complete all necessary paperwork as required.
• OEE data entry at machine side.
• Collaborate with production manager and programming team to improve processes and reduce cycle times.
• Support team colleagues.
• Maintain 5S housekeeping as required.
• Take responsibility for quality of own output.
• Perform other tasks as reasonably requested by production manager

Skills

CNC machining

3-axis machining

5-axis machining

quality inspection

continuous improvement

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 mechanical engineering

BTech national diploma mechanical engineering

Tools

Heidenhain

Fanuc

Mazatrol

Job description

Safran UK is seeking a skilled CNC machinist to manufacture machined components by setting and operating CNC lathes and 3- and 5-axis machining centres. You will ensure quality through in-process checks and comply with HSE requirements.

You will download programs, set up tooling, prove out new NPIs, monitor tolerances with inspection gauges, perform regular maintenance, and collaborate with production and engineering teams to improve cycle times.