CNC Machinist (Turning)

Fluorocarbon Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluorocarbon Group in Manchester is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to program, set up, and operate CNC lathes in their Machine Shop Department. The successful candidate will maintain high standards of production and quality while adhering to health and safety regulations.

Ideal applicants will have extensive experience in CNC machining, preferably with an HNC/HND in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering. Knowledge of ISO programming and attention to detail are crucial for this role.

Qualifications

• Time served apprenticeship or minimum 3 years’ experience in CNC machining.
• Knowledge of ISO controls and programming.
• CMM experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate CNC lathes in the Machine Shop Department.
• Verify settings and maintain specifications through quality assurance processes.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and troubleshoot malfunctions.

Skills

CNC programming

Technical engineering knowledge

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Education

HNC/HND in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Job description

CNC Machinist (Turning)

Employment type: Full time. Location: Manchester. Department: Operations.

As a CNC Machinist, you have responsibility of programming, setting and operating CNC lathes in the Machine Shop Department.

Personal Responsibilities

• Maintain and adhere to all company standards, policies and procedures, and conduct yourself in line with the company values and code of conduct.
• Maintain and support the Senior Management Team, Operational Management team, and other departments within the business through excellent relations and communication methods.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan machining by studying work orders, engineering drawings, materials, interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances.
• Program machines by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.
• Set up machines by installing and adjusting chucks, collet chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, stops, and bar feeders, etc.
• Verify settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces, adhering to company production and quality standards and procedures.
• Maintain specifications by observing machining operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to health and safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; speaking to line manager to call for repairs.
• Maintain continuity of jobs in department by properly documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs on job cards, timesheets, and/or SAP systems.
• Document actions by completing production and quality logs and/or timesheets.
• Update job knowledge by actively participating in on-the-job training opportunities; familiarizing yourself with company policies, processes and procedures and making use of the Standard Operating Procedures available.
• Accomplish towards organisational goals by accepting ownership for undertaking new and different requests; exploring opportunities to continually improve existing processes to reduce cost and increase efficiency.
• Carry out any additional work as reasonably requested by your line manager.

Job Skill Set

• Be able to read, understand and edit ISO programs for turning.
• Ability to program ISO controls is a distinct advantage.
• Knowledge of programming and setting live tooling and sub spindles is an advantage.
• Able to demonstrate sound technical engineering knowledge such as reading and interpreting engineering drawings and G,D & T features, selecting best tooling and inserts to produce required features, etc.
• Experienced problem solver.
• Written and oral communication skills.

Interpersonal Skills

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Organisational and time management skills.
• Coaching and skill sharing.

Experience

• Time served apprenticeship or minimum 3 years’ experience.
• Knowledge of working with PTFE is a distinct advantage.
• CMM experience would be an advantage.
• Experience with continuous improvement.

Education and Qualifications

• HNC/HND in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering preferred.