CNC Turning Operator

Accrofab Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Accrofab Ltd in the East Midlands is seeking a CNC Turning Operator on a permanent basis. The role involves operating CNC lathes, reading Fanuc code, setting up tooling, and ensuring output meets job card requirements.

You will work day shifts 39 hours per week, Monday-Thursday 07:30-16:30 and Friday 07:30-12:30, with a focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace manufacturing to aerospace standards.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Alignment with Accrofab values: Respect, Integrity, Safety, Excellence.
• Preferably around 3 years in a similar CNC role.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC turning machines using Fanuc programs.
• Set up machines with fixtures and tooling per procedures.
• Read job cards and verify documentation and revision levels.
• Perform in-process inspection using inspection plans.
• Maintain 5S housekeeping and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Ensure TPM activities are carried out and non-conformances reported.

Skills

Aerospace standards

Engineering drawings reading

RISE values

Three years exp

Job description

We have a vacancy within our Manufacturing Department and are currently recruiting for the role of CNC Turning Operator on a permanent basis. We are looking for candidates who have relevant and proven experience seeking an opportunity to develop their skills and join a growing Organisation.

Shift Pattern: Day shift - 39 hours per week working 07.30 to 16.30 Monday to Thursday, and 07.30 to 12.30 on Fridays, with designated breaks

Role Accountabilities:

• Use and control of CNC programs in accordance with relevant procedures.
• Ability to read and understand CNC code (Fanuc) to the level required for machine set up and operation.
• Understand all set up parameters and the effect that they have on the process, for example, datum setting and tool length and wear offsets.
• Set up machines with the required work holding and tooling in accordance with relevant procedures.
• Complete machining operations efficiently in accordance with Job Card instructions to achieve the required output levels.

General Responsibilities:

• Comply with all company Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) requirements.
• Read and understand the requirements on the Job Card for the operation to be carried out.
• Ensure that all the documentation required to carry out the operation in accordance with the Job Card is available at the point of use and at the correct revision.
• Read and understand all manufacturing instructions prior to commencing an operation, this includes Machine and Tooling Set Up Packs as required, Engineering Drawings, Data Cards, Inspection Plans etc.
• Use of all measuring equipment as defined within Inspection Plans to check conformance to requirements.
• Carry out in process inspection in accordance with relevant inspection plans to ensure that components are conforming prior to passing on to subsequent operations.
• Ensure that components identified as non-conforming during in process inspection are identified and communicated in accordance with the Non-Conformance Procedure.
• Complete all work booking requirements within the MRP system to ensure accurate WIP records.
• Follow work handling and storage instructions to prevent damage to components.
• Support Root Cause Analysis activities when non-conformance occurs to prevent reoccurrence.
• Carry out and record all TPM activities in accordance with the specified schedule for the equipment being operated.
• Ensure that work areas are tidy, cleaned and maintained in accordance with 5S requirements.
• Engage and contribute to Continuous Improvement activities to maximise efficiency.
• Comply with all company procedures and policies.

Person Specification:

• Previous experience of working to Aerospace standards.
• Experienced in reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• An understanding and alignment to our Accrofab values; Respect, Integrity, Safety and Excellence.
• Preferably 3 years’ experience in a similar role.

We will be selecting a candidate who is aligned with our RISE Values; Respect, Integrity, Safety and Excellence, and who collaborates well with others to maximise teamworking.

We are an equal opportunities employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact us.

If you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact the HR Department.