CNC Programme Setter Operator

Hernshead Recruitment Ltd; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced CNC Operator with a minimum of 3 years' experience in setting and operating CNC Lathes and Mills with Fanuc controls. The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering qualification and the ability to read manufacturing drawings. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, ensuring adherence to health and safety guidelines while optimizing processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience setting and operating CNC Lathes and Mills with Fanuc controls.

Responsibilities

• Programme, set and operate Turning centres with live tooling, CNC Lathes using Fanuc control system.
• Operate 5 Axis CNC machining Centre with 8 Pallet AWC.
• Select appropriate tools and machine settings.
• Set and operate manual milling, turning, and grinding machines.
• Check parts are to drawing using measuring equipment.
• Complete production Job documentation.
• Prepare raw materials for use.
• Material handling.
• Carry out weekly/monthly fluid checks and machine maintenance.
• Keep workspace and machines clean and tidy.
• Ensure all health and safety guidelines are being adhered to.
• Collaborate with other team members to optimize processes.

Skills

Ability to programme, set and operate CNC Lathes and/or Milling Machines

Ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings

Understanding of engineering tolerances

Using micrometres, verniers and gauges to inspect parts

Excellent communication skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Proactive and positive approach

Education

Relevant manufacturing engineering qualification

Tools

Fusion 360

Job description

Overview

Role Definition

Responsibilities

• Programme, set and operate Turning centres with live tooling, CNC Lathes using Fanuc control system, CNC vertical and horizontal twin pallet mills.
• Operate 5 Axis CNC machining Centre with 8 Pallet AWC.
• Select appropriate tools and machine settings.
• Set and operate manual milling, turning, and grinding machines.
• Check parts are to drawing using measuring equipment.
• Work with Process Engineer to ensure set up sheets are maintained and kept up to date.
• Complete production Job documentation.
• Prepare raw materials for use.
• Material handling.
• Carry out weekly / monthly fluid checks and machine maintenance.
• Keep workspace and machines clean and tidy.
• Ensure all health and safety guidelines are being adhered to and make recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborate with other team members to optimize processes.
• Carry out any other reasonable task as requested within your capability.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience setting and operating CNC Lathes and Mills with Fanuc controls.
• A relevant manufacturing engineering qualification.

Skills

• Ability to programme, set and operate CNC Lathes and / or Milling Machines including set up of tooling essential.
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings essential.
• Understanding of engineering tolerances essential.
• Using micrometres, verniers and gauges to inspect parts essential.
• CAD/ CAM offline programming, using Fusion 360 desirable.
• Excellent communication skills essential.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive and positive approach essential.