CNC Machinist

Winbro Group Technologies; Shepshed; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Company pension (salary sacrifice)

Life insurance 3x salary

Shift premium 2–10pm

Job summary

Winbro is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist for our Shepshed facility to manufacture precision tooling and components using 3-, 4- and 5-axis CNC machines with Heidenhain controls.

You will set up and operate machining centres, interpret drawings, and perform in-process inspections. Programming experience is highly desirable, and you will collaborate with Engineering and Production teams to optimise processes and meet tight tolerances.

Qualifications

• Experience in 3, 4 and 5-axis CNC machining to tight tolerances.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Set and operate CNC machining centres independently.
• Programming experience is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of Heidenhain controls and tooling selection.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC machining centres to manufacture precision tooling and components.
• Produce components to exact specifications and tight tolerances.
• Interpret engineering drawings, work instructions and technical documentation.
• Select and set 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.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Programming and Production teams to meet customer requirements.
• Support development and optimisation of machining processes.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organised working environment.

Skills

3-axis machining

4-axis machining

5-axis machining

Heidenhain controls

CNC programming

CNC setup/operation

Inspection experience

Tools

Heidenhain controls

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.
• Proven experience operating CNC machining centres with 3, 4 and 5 Axis machining capabilities.
• Strong working knowledge of Heidenhain controls.

• 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.

Winbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer prohibiting discrimination based on protected characteristics like race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age.