CNC Machinist

Magellan Aerospace; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to join their dynamic team in Wrexham. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up and operating CNC machines to create precision aircraft components from aluminum and alli-lith materials. The company fosters a culture of work-life balance and offers numerous perks, including career development opportunities and mental health support. With a commitment to employee growth and teamwork, this is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in the aerospace sector. Join a company that values integrity, respect, and collaboration, and be part of a legacy that shapes the future of aerospace.

Benefits

Work-life balance culture

Mental health support

Business performance related bonus

Career development opportunities

Perkbox discounts

Long Service Awards

Enhanced Holiday Entitlement

Free parking

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience on 3 and 5-axis machines required.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines to manufacture aircraft parts.
• Ensure components meet specifications and quality standards.
• Maintain tooling and report non-conformances to management.

Skills

CNC Machining

Manual Machine Experience

SAP or MRP Experience

Crane Licence

Pedestrian Forklift Licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering

GCSE including Maths & English

Job description

Position Summary

Magellan Aerospace, Llay Wrexham has an exciting opportunity for a CNC Machinist.

• Full Time Permanent Contract
• 39 hours per week.
• Job location: Llay, Wrexham, LL12 0PB.
• Unionised site – works in partnership with Unite the Union.

Machining aluminum and alli-lith material to customer specification creating aircraft parts.

Perks and Benefits

• A company culture that promotes work life balance
• Access to mental health support
• Business performance related bonus
• Career development opportunities
• Commitment to continued learning and development
• Perkbox - includes monthly treats and discounts from selected restaurants, cinemas, shops etc
• Long Service Awards
• Enhanced Holiday Entitlement based on length of service
• Free parking

Essential Responsibilities

• Setting and operating machine/machines and loading various tooling along with materials associated with the various components manufactured on up to at least two machines.
• Responsible for machining components to specification and customer requirements using detailed drawings and layouts which requires a degree of concentration. Failure to ensure the correct set up of tooling and component may result in poor quality, reprocessing and scrap at a cost to the business.
• Ensure the tooling being loaded is fit for purpose and it is their responsibility to advise on or change them when necessary.
• Responsible for maintaining the metal working fluid levels and disposing of them as per company guidelines.
• Requires the setup of the correct tools and components according to approved layouts and to load the correct programme and requires a degree of decision making and judgement in order to produce parts to customer specification and standard. Failure to do so may result in poor quality, reprocessing and scrap at a cost to the business.
• Responsible for reporting all component / machine non-conformances using the appropriate forms to the Team Leader or Quality Inspector.
• To be competent in completing new product introduction on machines – proving out (with engineering).
• To ensure all measuring equipment is calibrated.
• Verify parts are correct to the job card and processed following customer specifications.
• Responsible for identifying any failures with parts, completion of NCR forms and escalating to the Line Manager for rectification work.
• Ensure that processes and procedures are followed to ensure all tasks are performed efficiently and to the required quality standard.
• Must comply with relevant Environment, Health and Safety legislation and company policies, procedures and safe working systems.
• The job has responsibility for cross checking that all of the prior operations have been completed prior to commencing this operation.

Position Requirements

Academic:

• NVQ level 3 Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering – CNC Machining or equivalent
• GCSE or equivalent including Maths & English.

Experience:

• Must have 1 years’ experience on 3 and 5axis machines.
• Able to identify components and select the correct tooling/jigging media and carry out a given operation in the routing in compliance with the engineering drawings and to the correct tolerances.
• Ability to read and understand customer specifications, drawings and visual aids.

Key Competencies:

• Good verbal and written communication.
• This role requires you to be able to lift parts on to machine fixture up to 10kg.

Other skills/Abilities

Skills:

• SAP or MRP experience
• Crane licence
• Pedestrian forklift licence
• Manual machine experience

Core Attributes:

• To have Integrity
• Respectful to others
• Creative in finding ways to do things better
• Act ethically in all you do
• Collaborate well with others

Competences:

• Attention to detail
• Problem analysis
• Working to tight time scales
• Flexibility
• Ability to learn

About us:

Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, defence and space agencies worldwide. The organization officially adopted the name “Magellan Aerospace Corporation” in 1996; deriving it from the intrepid explorer Ferdinand Magellan. His global exploits at the turn of the 15th century established a number of firsts, so the company’s vision has been to carry this same legacy into the future of the aerospace industry.

At Magellan, we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value. Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual, and every individual is fundamental to the success of our business, so we invest in our employees and provide excellent career progression opportunities. When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!