CNC Machinist

Winbro; Shepshed; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Overtime pay

Shift premium (2-10pm)

25 days holiday

Company pension

Job summary

Winbro in Shepshed is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to join our high-precision Toolroom. You will Set and operate 3-, 4- and 5-axis CNC centres using Heidenhain controls to manufacture complex tooling and components from diverse materials.

Working in a fast-paced environment, you will read engineering drawings, apply tight tolerances to 0.010 mm, conduct in-process checks and collaborate with Engineering, Programming and Production teams to meet demanding customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating CNC centres with 3, 4 and 5 axis
• Strong knowledge of Heidenhain controls
• Ability to Set and Operate CNC machinery independently
• Apprentice trained or qualified through relevant engineering/manufacturing experience
• Experience in precision engineering, aerospace, toolroom or similar environments
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Experience machining to tight tolerances from 0.010 mm upwards
• Experience machining a wide range of materials including ferrous and non-ferrous alloys, polymers, ceramics & composites
• Strong understanding of tooling, cutting parameters and machining processes
• Numeracy, literacy and PC literacy

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC machining centres to manufacture precision tooling and components
• Produce components to exact engineering specifications and tight tolerances
• Interpret engineering drawings, work instructions and technical documentation
• Select and set appropriate tooling, fixtures and machining strategies
• Conduct in-process inspection and quality checks using precision measuring equipment
• Identify and resolve machining issues to minimise scrap and downtime
• Work collaboratively with Engineering, Programming and Production teams to ensure customer requirements are met
• Support the development and optimisation of machining processes
• Maintain a safe, clean and organised working environment

Skills

3-4-5 axis CNC

Heidenhain controls

Set & Operate CNC

Engineering drawings

Quality inspection

Problem solving

Numeracy

Education

Apprentice trained / relevant experience

Tools

Precision measuring equipment

Job description

At Winbro, we are at the heart of the green hydrogen revolution enabling production of next generation fuel cells with our ultra fast laser drilling and welding technologies. Our technology is capable of producing highly complex micro parts to micron level accuracies, creating a revolution in personalised drug delivery and medical care. Our equipment can produce highly complex semiconductor parts, enabling next level efficiencies in electronics manufacturing.

JOIN US as a CNC Machinist, based at our Shepshed manufacturing facility, and we can offer you an opportunity to work in a high-tech, specialist company working with some of the best global names in aerospace, medical, semiconductor and clean energy.

The working hours are 6am-2pm, Monday-Friday, with the understanding that the successful candidate may need to be prepared to temporarily switch working hours to 2pm-10pm if required, to meet business needs. We would, of course, always provide reasonable notice of any changes.

In our highly bespoke Toolroom, we are a highly-skilled team specialising in the manufacture of precision tooling and components used within our own EDM machining centres. Working with world-leading aerospace and industrial customers including major OEMs, we produce complex, high-precision tooling to exacting quality standards. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to join our Toolroom team. The successful candidate will have strong 3, 4 and 5 Axis CNC machining experience, with the ability to Set and Operate CNC machining centres independently using Heidenhain controls. Programming experience is highly desirable. You will be responsible for machining complex components and tooling from a variety of materials, working to tight tolerances and engineering drawings within a fast-paced, precision manufacturing environment.

Role & responsibilities:

• Set and operate CNC machining centres to manufacture precision tooling and components
• Produce components to exact engineering specifications and tight tolerances
• Interpret engineering drawings, work instructions and technical documentation
• Select and set appropriate tooling, fixtures and machining strategies
• Conduct in-process inspection and quality checks using precision measuring equipment
• Identify and resolve machining issues to minimise scrap and downtime
• Work collaboratively with Engineering, Programming and Production teams to ensure customer requirements are met
• Support the development and optimisation of machining processes
• Maintain a safe, clean and organised working environment

Requirements

• Proven experience operating CNC machining centres with 3, 4 and 5 Axis machining capabilities
• Strong working knowledge of Heidenhain controls
• Ability to Set and Operate CNC machinery independently
• Apprentice trained or qualified through relevant engineering/manufacturing experience
• Previous experience working within a precision engineering, aerospace, toolroom or similar manufacturing environment
• Ability to read, understand and interpret technical engineering drawings and specifications
• Experience machining components to tight tolerances from 0.010mm upwards
• Experience machining a wide range of materials, including ferrous and non-ferrous alloys, polymers, ceramic & composites
• Strong understanding of tooling, cutting parameters and machining processes
• Good level of numeracy, literacy and PC literacy
• Ability to work accurately whilst maintaining the highest quality standards

Benefits

• Competitive salary, paid overtime, shift premium whilst on 2-10pm.
• 25 days holiday per year, including shut down over Christmas
• Company pension scheme with the option to contribute via salary sacrifice
• Company paid life insurance at 3 x salary with the option to upgrade value and to include spousal cover