CNC Operator

Dover; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled machinist to set up and operate CNC and manual machines for precision manufacturing. This role involves interpreting blueprints, selecting tooling, and ensuring quality through rigorous inspection processes. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in manufacturing processes, particularly in the oil and gas sector, and a strong commitment to safety and continuous improvement. Join a forward-thinking company where your expertise will contribute to innovative solutions in performance-critical machinery. Embrace the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that values integrity and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in lean-manufacturing environments.
• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes and machining disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC and manual machines for machining operations.
• Perform quality inspections and adhere to quality systems.

Skills

Manufacturing Processes Knowledge

Machining Discipline Experience

Health and Safety Awareness

Machine Control Systems (Fanuc, Mazak, Heidenhaim, Haas)

Precision Inspection Equipment (Micrometres, Callipers)

Ability to Hold Tight Machining Tolerances

Self-Motivation

Facilitation Skills

Customer Focused

Positive Attitude

Education

HNC Engineering

Tools

Precision Measuring Instruments

DNC Storage System

Job description

Dover Precision Components delivers performance-critical solutions for rotating and reciprocating machinery across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets. Comprising the Waukesha Bearings, Bearings Plus, Inpro/Seal and Cook Compression brands, our portfolio includes hydrodynamic bearings, active magnetic bearings, system and bearing protection, and reciprocating compressor valves, sealing technologies, pistons, rods and more. Each solution is custom-engineered to provide optimum efficiency, reliability and productivity, and backed by comprehensive aftermarket services. Dover Precision Components serves its global customer base through facilities in North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as technical sales representatives around the world. Dover Precision Components is part of Dover Corporation’s Fluids segment.

The successful candidate will be required to set up and operate computer numerically controlled and manual machines to perform machining operations by performing the following duties:

Role Purpose / Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Read process sheets, blueprints and sketches of part to determine machining to be done, dimensional specifications, set up and operating requirements.
2. Locate and download programs from a DNC storage system.
3. Interpret work instructions.
4. Identify, select and install proper tooling for operations being performed.
5. Calculate proper feeds and speeds for a variety of steel grades, copper, brass, aluminium and bronze.
6. Read, understand, edit or write complete programs.
7. Intuitively understand capabilities of tooling and machinery.
8. Understand applicable quality systems and perform necessary quality inspections.
9. Apply principles of Lean Manufacturing to reduce setup times and improve productivity.
10. Visually inspect final components.
11. Perform boxing of parts to include cleaning, oiling, wrapping and boxing the final product for shipment.
12. Perform cleaning, fitting, filing, tapping, reaming, blending, polishing and aligning to ensure free action of movable parts and operating requirements.
13. Use precision measuring instruments and gauging devices and perform various quality inspection type procedures to include dimensional verification.
14. Properly identify components after assembly/manufacture.
15. Assume responsibility for quality and functionality.
16. Adhere to all Waukesha Bearings policies and procedures.
17. Seek out and identify Continuous Improvement opportunities.
18. Actively participate in daily Continuous Improvement activities.
19. Set up all necessary measuring equipment and routinely check the calibration of the equipment while measuring.
20. Create and maintain a team focused work environment.
21. Responsible for general housekeeping and cleanliness of working area.
22. Support “Best Practices” to achieve company goals for safety, delivery, cost and quality.
23. Ability to work rotating Day/Back/Night shifts.

Skills and Experience:

1. Requires in-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes.
2. Be time served in a machining discipline.
3. Have a relevant Health and Safety awareness.
4. Previous experience in a similar industry is preferable (Oil and Gas).
5. Experience working with various machine control systems including Fanuc, Mazak, Heidenhaim and Haas.
6. Must be self-motivated and possess facilitation skills to be used in a team setting.
7. Prior experience with precision inspection equipment including, but not limited to, micrometres, callipers, height gauges and bore gauges.
8. Proven ability to hold tight machining tolerances of less than .0025mm.
9. Self-directed.
10. Inspire and motivate others around them.
11. Encourage and facilitate change.
12. Promote diversity of ideas.
13. Able to manage multiple priorities with a bias towards action and speed.
14. Customer focused.
15. Constantly display integrity and respect.
16. Base decisions on fact and adopt a disciplined approach.
17. Actively engage in discussion and openly support team decisions.
18. Maintain a positive attitude in order to positively influence process improvement activities throughout the organisation.

Qualifications:

1. HNC Engineering preferred.
2. A minimum of 5 years’ experience within a lean-manufacturing work environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

About the company

Dover Corporation is an American conglomerate manufacturer of industrial products.