CNC Milling Machine Operator & Setter

EDM Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day week (36h)

Shift premium 20%

Company pension

Holiday entitlement 25 days

Life Insurance

Job summary

EDM Ltd in Newton Heath, Manchester, is seeking two skilled CNC Milling Machine Operators and Setters to join our precision manufacturing team. Work involves operating Mazak 3 and 5 axis machines and Proturn lathe, reading drawings, and ensuring high-tolerance components are produced to spec.

The role offers a permanent, full-time contract, a 4-day 36-hour week, shift premium, training, pension, and 25 days holiday plus holidays.

Qualifications

• Time served Mechanical engineer with extensive machine shop experience.
• Completion of a recognised apprenticeship (preferably in mechanical craft).
• Working knowledge of CNC machine controls: Mazak Matrix2, Mazak Smooth X, Heidenhain, Siemens.
• Experience using Autodesk/Delcam PowerMill or HyperMill for programming.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set Mazak 3/5 axis CNC machines, and X,Y,Z Proturn Lathe/QT 250.
• Interpret drawings and technical instructions to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain high-tolerance components and quality standards.

Skills

Machining experience

Mazak controls

Mazatrol offline programming

5-axis CNC

Team player

Strong work ethic

Shift flexibility

Security clearance

Education

Apprenticeship completed

Mechanical qualification

Tools

Mazak Matrix2

Mazak Smooth X

Heidenhain

Siemens

PowerMill

HyperMill

Job description

Job Title: CNC Milling Machine Operator & Setter x2

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Location: Newton Heath, Manchester, M40 5BJ

Salary: £19.82 per hour

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Working Hours: 4 days a week Mon-Thurs - Day Shift

Do you have experience setting and operating CNC milling machines ideally looking to be part of a successful, niche, but industry leading organisation?

EDM design, manufacture and install specialist mechanical applications to a diverse client base. On offer is an opportunity to work for a company that have an excellent reputation in their industry and a state-of-the-art facility to enable them to deliver on bespoke projects for a range of clients.

We are currently recruiting for 2 CNC Operator & Setters on a permanent basis to join our developing production teams. The CNC Operator & Setter is a skilled operative who is responsible for the Machining of detailed high tolerance components, using either our CNC 3 & 5 Axis machining centres, or X, Y, Z Proturn Lathe in conjunction with QT250.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Operating and setting of Mazak 5 and 3 Axis CNC machines, or X, Y,Z Proturn Lathe/QT 250
• Primarily conversant with Mazak machine controls with some ability in Mazatrol online programming. (Predominantly Offline fed)
• Interpret engineering drawings, documents, manuals and technical instructions with clear understanding

Producing a Wide Range Of Precision ComponentsKey Requirements

• Time served Mechanical engineer with extensive machine shop experience
• Completion of a recognised apprenticeship (preferably in composite craft/mechanical technician) or experience to equivalent depth
• Working knowledge of CNC Machine controls such as, Mazak Matrix2, Mazak Smooth X, Heidenhaim and Siemens could potentially be advantageous moving forward
• A skilled CNC Machinist possessing experience backed by fundamental manual machining disciplines
• Candidates with some ability to utilise Autodesk/Delcam Power Mill or Hyper Mill, programming software would be at an advantage
• A team player able to communicate at all levels
• Must have good work ethic
• Flexibility - shift working and overtime working may be required
• Ability to achieve UK security clearance is essential due to ongoing Military/Defence projects

Why join us

• 4 day, 36hr week Monday to Thursday
• 20% premium when working shifts
• Supportive and enjoyable working environment
• Continuous Training and development
• Company Pension
• 25 days holiday + public holidays pro rata
• Life Insurance following 12 months service

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