CNC Turner: 3-5 Axis Setter/Operator | Swing Shift

TE Connectivity Ltd.; Hastings; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

TE Connectivity Ltd. is seeking a CNC Machinist (Turner) in Hastings to set up, program, and operate 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC machines within a busy machine shop.

You will optimise tooling, verify first articles, and maintain high standards of housekeeping and safety in line with TE policies. The role requires a time-served apprenticeship in mechanical engineering and experience on 3-, 4-, and 5-axis machines, with familiarity of Fanuc, Mazatrol, and Citizen controls.

Qualifications

• Time served apprentice with C&G/NVQ or equivalent in mechanical engineering discipline.
• Experience setting and operating 3, 4 and 5 axis CNC machine tools.
• Experience of Fanuc, Citizen and Mazatrol is desirable.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience using a range of measurement equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, optimise and operate 3, 4 and 5 axis CNC machine tools.
• Install and adjust work holding devices, tooling, spindle liners and bar feeders.
• Verify programs and settings using measurement equipment and make adjustments as needed.
• Ensure components meet engineering drawings and quality procedures.
• Record daily operations and report OEE results; maintain housekeeping and safety.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and time-standards; maintain a tidy, compliant work area.

Skills

CNC machining

Education

Time served apprentice with C&G/NVQ in mechanical engineering

Tools

Fanuc control

Mazatrol

Citizen

Job description

TE Connectivity Ltd. is seeking a CNC Machinist (Turner) in Hastings to set up, program, and operate 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC machines within a busy machine shop.

You will optimise tooling, verify first articles, and maintain high standards of housekeeping and safety in line with TE policies. The role requires a time-served apprenticeship in mechanical engineering and experience on 3-, 4-, and 5-axis machines, with familiarity of Fanuc, Mazatrol, and Citizen controls.