CNC Operator

Coperion; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry leader is seeking a skilled CNC Operator to join their dynamic team in Peterborough. In this exciting role, you will be responsible for operating various CNC machines, including milling and turning, to manufacture precision components. The company fosters a culture of continuous learning and innovation, encouraging employees to contribute ideas for process improvements. With a strong commitment to quality and safety, you will play a crucial part in ensuring that all products meet high standards. If you are passionate about technology and looking to advance your career in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in CNC operating, milling, turning, or grinding.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications accurately.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machinery to produce high-quality components.
• Inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality standards.

Skills

CNC Operating

Machining

Quality Control

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Material Handling

Adaptability

Attention to Detail

Education

Engineering Qualification / Apprenticeship

Tools

CNC Milling Machines

Lathes

Grinders

Job description

Baker Perkins, a technology brand of Coperion – owned by Hillenbrand, is a trusted technology provider in the food industry, operating from the UK and USA. We offer comprehensive solutions, from design to lifetime support, for leading brands worldwide. Our continuous innovation in equipment and processes, along with services leveraging the latest technology, ensures efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Join us at Baker Perkins, where we push boundaries in the food industry.

We are now hiring for our site in Peterborough:

CNC Operator

Job Purpose

To manufacture parts using CNC Turning, Milling, Machining and Grinding machines according to our drawings and specifications, supplying components to our Assembly Shop or directly to customers.

Main Duties

You will operate a variety of CNC machinery on the shop floor including lathes, live tooling, machining, milling and grinding, to produce high-quality components, according to specifications. Your responsibilities will include:

• Machinery Operation: Setting up and operating CNC milling machines, lathes, and grinders to manufacture components efficiently.
• Material Handling: Loading materials into machines and ensuring they are prepared for machining processes.
• Quality Control: Inspecting finished products to verify they meet quality standards and specifications before moving to the next production stage.
• Maintenance and Safety: Regularly inspecting machines for mechanical issues and maintaining a clean and safe work environment by adhering to Health & Safety regulations.
• Continuous Learning: Working closely with team members to ensure smooth operations and contributing ideas for process improvements.
• Flexibility: Demonstrating a willingness to train in various areas within the machine shop as needed to support production demands & enhance your skills versatility and further development.

Candidate Profile

• Relevant experience in CNC operating, milling, turning, machining, or grinding.
• Ability to accurately interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• High degree of self-motivation and adaptability to undertake various tasks within the machine shop.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality assurance.
• Strong aptitude to learn with a collaborative mindset, ready to work as part of a team and develop technical skills & understanding within the Machine Shop.
• Candidates with proven experience or a relevant engineering qualification / apprenticeship are encouraged to apply.

Join us in “Shaping What Matters For Tomorrow”!

Who we are:

Coperion is an industry leader in compounding and extrusion, feeding and weighing, bulk material handling and service, bringing a wealth of know-how and experience to the market. Customers benefit from Coperion’s divisions of Polymer, Equipment & Systems, and Service that are optimally networked on a global basis to offer ultimate support in the design, manufacturing and implementation of ideal systems. Staffed by engineers, chemists, technicians and a variety of industry experts, these Divisions form a powerhouse of process solutions for their customers.

Hillenbrand (NYSE: HI) is a global industrial company that provides highly-engineered, mission-critical processing equipment and solutions to customers in over 100 countries around the world. Our portfolio is composed of leading industrial brands that serve large, attractive end markets, including durable plastics, food, and recycling. Guided by our Purpose — Shape What Matters For Tomorrow — we pursue excellence, collaboration, and innovation to consistently shape solutions that best serve our associates, customers, communities, and other stakeholders.

EEO: The policy of Hillenbrand Inc. is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, Hillenbrand Inc. and our operating companies are committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities.