CNC Programmer/Setter Operator: Precision Machining Expert

IMI; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

IMI plc in Poole seeks a Programmer Setter Operator to produce components to drawing tolerances within quality specs. The role requires machining expertise, selecting methods, tooling, and writing CNC programs to drive production efficiency.

You will read drawings, set up Mazak machines, perform first-off inspection, and maintain lean practices while meeting daily targets and collaborating with production engineers.

Qualifications

• Experience of setting and running CNC machines (Mazak Mill/Turn).
• Conversational programming experience preferred.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate manufacturing improvements.

Responsibilities

• Read engineering drawings and plan method of manufacture
• Select the correct tooling and holding devices for manufacture
• Liaise with Production Engineers when specialised tooling is required
• Produce tooling and method sheets
• Write CNC programs using machine tool conversational programming
• Prove the manufacturing method and optimize for production
• Manufacture to correct drawing specifications
• Carry out own 1st off inspection
• Complete feedback tickets of set and run times
• Complete OEE data sheet
• Maintain production targets
• Check and complete the necessary quality documentation
• Maintain Lean principles
• Ensure tooling and gauging are maintained to a high quality
• Liaise with Production Engineers when required to ensure maximum productivity
• Perform other such duties commensurate with the nature and level of the post as may be reasonably required.

Skills

CNC machining

Mazak programming

Conversational programming

Teamwork

Problem communication

Education

Apprenticeship trained

Job description

IMI plc in Poole seeks a Programmer Setter Operator to produce components to drawing tolerances within quality specs. The role requires machining expertise, selecting methods, tooling, and writing CNC programs to drive production efficiency.

You will read drawings, set up Mazak machines, perform first-off inspection, and maintain lean practices while meeting daily targets and collaborating with production engineers.