CNC Operator

Barnes Group; Motherwell; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Motherwell is seeking a skilled CNC Operator to set up and operate CNC machines, ensuring high quality and precision in manufacturing processes. The candidate should have proven experience with CNC machining, particularly in the aerospace industry, and the ability to manage shifting work schedules. Benefits include generous annual leave, healthcare, and a supportive company culture.

Benefits

25 days annual holiday + bank holidays

Company pension

Company Sick pay

Health care cash back plan

Employee Assistance programme

Electrical Car Scheme

Life cover 3 x Annual Salary

On-site parking

Free flu jabs

Qualifications

• Proven ability to hold tight machining tolerances.
• Previous experience with CNC machines with controls such as Fanuc, Mazatrol & Heidenhain.
• Self-motivated and able to work in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines to manufacture parts.
• Read blueprints and determine machining specifications.
• Perform quality inspections using precision measuring instruments.

Skills

CNC Turning

3/4/5 Axis milling

Inspection

Customer focus

Teamwork

Self-directed

Education

Time served in a machining discipline

Experience in Aerospace industry

Tools

CNC machines

Precision inspection equipment

Job description

About Us

Barnes Aerospace is an international group providing complex engineering solutions to some of the key names in the Aerospace and Defence market. Operating from sites close to our key customers in North America, Asia and Europe, the Barnes Aerospace group provides advanced technological solutions to the Aerospace Limited and Defence industry, leveraging an in-depth knowledge of fabrications, machining and the global supply chain to support complex aero-engine component manufacture and repair.

The Role

Performs set-up and operates computer numerical control (CNC) machines and machining centres to manufacture metallic and/or non-metallic parts to very close tolerances under minimal supervision with keen attention to detail.

Shift schedule: Dayshift 07:00 - 15:00 (Mon-Fri); Backshift 15:00 - 22:30 (Mon-Fri); Nightshift 22:30 – 07:00 (Sun-Thur). One week rotation on shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Read process sheets, blueprints, and sketches of part to determine machining to be done, dimensional specifications, set up, and operating requirements.
• Interpret work instructions.
• Identify, select and set up tooling for operations being performed.
• Operate multiple machine tools and operations.
• Understand applicable quality systems and perform necessary quality inspections.
• Visually inspects final components.
• Uses precision measuring instruments & gauging devices and performs various quality inspection type procedures to include dimensional verification.
• Assumes responsibility for quality and functionality.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures.
• Maintain a team focused work environment.
• Responsible for general housekeeping and cleanliness of working area.
• Ability to work rotating Day/Back/Night shifts.
• Seek out and identify Continuous Improvement opportunities.
• Apply principles of Lean Manufacturing to reduce setup times and improve productivity.

Job Requirements

• Self-directed
• Promotes diversity of ideas
• Able to manage multiple priorities with a bias towards action and speed
• Customer focused
• Constantly displays integrity and respect
• Actively engages in discussions and openly supports team decisions
• Maintain a positive attitude in order to positively influence the process improvement activities throughout the organization
• One or more manufacturing skills (CNC Turning, 3/4/5 Axis milling, Inspection, Bench, CMM)
• The individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Minimum Qualifications

• Be time served in a machining discipline
• Previous experience in similar industry is preferable (Aerospace)
• Experience working with CNC machines with various controls including Fanuc, Mazatrol & Heidenhain
• Must be self-motivated and possess facilitation skills to be used in a team setting.
• Prior experience with precision inspection equipment.
• Proven ability to hold tight machining tolerances.

Benefits

• 25 days annual holiday + bank holidays
• Company pension
• Company Sick pay
• Health care cash back plan
• Employee Assistance programme
• Electrical Car Scheme
• Life cover 3 x Annual Salary
• On-site parking
• Free flu jabs
• Entrepreneurial and supportive company culture

Barnes Aerospace Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Barnes Aerospace Ltd is a subcontractor to the United States Government and provides defence services involving technical data and products governed by the Arms Export Control Act and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. parts 120 - 130 and the Export Administration Act and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 C.F.R. parts 730 – 774 (“Export Laws”). All candidates are subject to review and governance under such Export Laws and any offer of employment may be subject to additional considerations and/or conditions.