Development Machinist

Renishaw; Mountain Ash; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in South Wales is seeking a Development Machinist to support increased production in low volume manufacturing. The role involves setting and operating CNC machines and requires strong expertise in machining, as well as good communication skills. The company offers competitive benefits, including a hybrid work model and a focus on employee development.

Benefits

9% non-contributory pension

Discretionary annual bonus

Subsidised onsite restaurants

Free parking

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Applicants must have served an apprenticeship.
• Expertise in using CNC machine tools, including milling or turning is required.
• A sound knowledge of manufacturing methodology is essential.

Responsibilities

• Setting / Operating CNC machines to the standard set and run times.
• Monitor the quality of components using a wide range of equipment.
• Generate new component part programmes with Gibbs CAM.

Skills

CNC machining

Programming knowledge

Communication skills

PC skills

Education

Apprenticeship in machining

Tools

Gibbs CAM software

CMM inspection

Job description

Job Description

Salary Up to £40,000 + 30% shift premium depending on experience

Location Miskin, South Wales

We are currently recruiting for a Development Machinist within Low Volume Manufacturing working a 3 shift pattern (6am – 2pm, 2pm – 10pm & 10pm – 6am). The purpose of the role is to provide additional programming, setting and operating resource to support the increased production demand of specials and low volume production parts.

Responsibilities

• Setting / Operating CNC machines (Milling or Turning) to the standard set and run times
• Interpret drawings and use initiative in deciding tooling selection and the method of manufacture
• Monitor the quality of components using a wide range of equipment including CMM inspection and complete departmental quality documentation
• Generate new component part programmes with the aid of Gibbs CAM programming software and subsequent prove out of new processes

Key requirements

• Applicants must have served an apprenticeship and have expertise in using a variety of CNC machine tools, including milling or turning
• A sound knowledge of manufacturing methodology to ensure that new processes are both capable and efficient.
• Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills
• Good PC skills are essential

Desirable requirements

• A comprehensive knowledge of CNC machining with some programming knowledge is desirable.
• Experience using a variety of inspection methods including CMMs
• Expertise in the use of GibbsCam software would be desirable although full training will be provided for successful applicants

Benefits

When you join Renishaw, we’re committing to your future career. That’s because we believe in developing our people’s skills and promoting them internally. We also offer a benefits package that’s highly desirable; including a 9% non‑contributory pension, discretionary annual bonus, subsidised onsite restaurants and coffee shops, free parking, car sharing scheme and 24‑hour fitness centres. (not available at all sites).

We also want to promote a healthy work‑life balance as much as possible, so we have introduced a hybrid working policy which allows for a combination of home and office based working depending on the nature of your role. We also offer a variable working programme, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Life Assurance policy of 12 times annual salary, Cycle to Work scheme, enhanced maternity pay subject to qualifying criteria, Health Cash Plan, the option to join BUPA Renishaw Health Trust and an Employee Assistance Programme for employees and family.

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At Renishaw we believe that our success is powered by welcoming a workforce of diverse and talented people. Through encouraging an inclusive culture, where all our employees are free to be themselves, we can achieve our core values: Innovation, Inspiration, Integrity, and Involvement.

If you are excited about the role but feel as though you don’t meet all the requirements, we would encourage you still to apply. You might just be the right person for this role or another opportunity at Renishaw.

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Employment Type: Permanent

Time Type: Full time

Requisition Number: R8574 Development Machinist (Open)