CNC & Manual Machinist, Lathes, Mills & Machining Centres

The Clever Fish Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Clever Fish Recruitment seeks an experienced CNC machinist for a university-mechanics workshop in Manchester. The successful candidate will produce precision components from engineering drawings using both conventional and CNC machines, and CAM workflows tied to SolidWorks models.

Role involves working to tight tolerances on one-off parts or small batches, with 35 hours per week, 8:00am to 4:00pm, Monday to Friday, and some flexibility essential.

Qualifications

• Experienced CNC machinist with lathe, milling and machining centre skills.
• Ability to produce precision components to tight tolerances.
• Capable of working with CAM/CAD workflows and SolidWorks-derived models.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture precision components from engineering drawings in university workshops.
• Operate and set up CNC and conventional machines (lathe, mill, machining centres).
• Produce parts for teaching and research projects, including small batches and one-off pieces.

Job description

Fixed 35 hours per week.

8:00am to 4:00pm Monday to Friday. Some flexibility essential

Overall Purpose of the Job:

The technician will be required to produce a wide range of precision components and assemblies, using an extensive range of machine tools and equipment, including both conventional and CNC machines, within one of the university's mechanical workshops.

This role is to support teaching and research activities in the Faculty of Science and Engineering by manufacturing components, from engineering drawings, and by using CAM software generated from SolidWorks 3D models. The work is interesting and varied with generally one-off components or small batches.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

• Experienced CNC machinist - Lathe, Miller and Machining Centres.
• Experienced in operating conventional turning and milling machines.
• Experienced in producing precision components to tight tolerances.
• Mechanical Engineering ONC or BTEC Higher National Certificate or Diploma or equivalent.
• Apprentice Trained.
• Specialised knowledge in the appropriate technical area or areas and in the use of machines, tools, and equipment necessary to carry out the technical duties of the post.
• Ability to work independently whilst contributing to a larger team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to organise own work to meet deadlines.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

• Knowledge of CAD and CAM, e.g. modifying CAD drawings, importing CAD files into CAM software, in-depth CAM software knowledge to create tool paths for both 2-axis turning centres and 3-axis machining centres
• IOSHH Health & Safety or similar qualification

As an Equal Opportunities employer, we welcome applications regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability, or age. All applicants are considered based on their merits and abilities for the job.