CNC Machining Technician - 3 & 5 Axis Lathes

Safran; Wales; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran in Wales is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to manufacture precision components by setting and operating 3- and 5-axis machining centres and CNC lathes. You will ensure quality through in-process checks and comply with all HSE requirements.

The role includes loading programs, setting tooling, running machines, proving out NPIs and collaborating with production management and engineering to improve processes and reduce cycle times.

Qualifications

• Indentured apprenticeship or equivalent with setting and running 3-axis & 5-axis centres and CNC lathes.
• NVQ Level 2/3 mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• B-Tech national diploma mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Ability to use IMTE for inspection of components.
• Working knowledge of Heidenhain, Fanuc and Mazatrol languages (Desirable).
• Experience of manual mills and lathes (Desirable).

Responsibilities

• Download programs from the file server.
• Setup CNC tooling assemblies and maintain tool management.
• Setup and run CNC machining centres.
• Prove out new NPI programs.
• Use inspection gauges to monitor tolerances.
• Maintain safe operations and 5S housekeeping.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Ensure quality of own output.

Skills

Pro-active attitude

Quality focused

Team player

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 Mechanical Engineering

B-Tech National Diploma Mechanical Engineering

Indentured/Modern Apprenticeship

Tools

Heidenhain control language

Fanuc programming

Mazatrol programming

Job description

Safran in Wales is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to manufacture precision components by setting and operating 3- and 5-axis machining centres and CNC lathes. You will ensure quality through in-process checks and comply with all HSE requirements.

The role includes loading programs, setting tooling, running machines, proving out NPIs and collaborating with production management and engineering to improve processes and reduce cycle times.