EDM Operator

Optima UK Inc Ltd; Hinckley and Bosworth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Career progression

Training and development

Permanent position

Night shift

Job summary

Optima UK Inc Ltd is recruiting an experienced EDM Operator for night shifts in Leicestershire. You will operate Makino EDM machinery to produce precision aerospace components, following drawings and CNC instructions.

Overtime is paid at Time & 1/3, with a permanent, night-shift role and a clear path for skill development. The role requires reading engineering drawings, machining to tight tolerances, and using precision measuring tools.

Qualifications

• Reading engineering drawings and interpreting CNC programmes/work instructions.
• Experience working to tight tolerances and aerospace quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail with a quality-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Operate EDM machinery to produce precision aerospace components.
• Set up EDM machines safely and efficiently; load/unload components.
• Inspect parts with precision measuring equipment and report issues.
• Maintain production and quality records and meet production targets.

Skills

Reading drawings

Tight tolerances

Attention to detail

Quality-focused

Independent worker

Aerospace/precision experience

Tools

Makino EDM

Other EDM machines

Precision measuring equipment

Job description

EDM Operator - Nights - Aerospace

Location: Leicestershire. Commutable from: Leicester, Hinckley, Coventry, Atherstone, Nuneaton. Salary: £18.59 per hour. Hours: Nights. Job Type: Permanent. Sector: Aerospace.

£18.59 per hour | Overtime at Time & 1/3 | Permanent | Nights | Aerospace

About the Company

Due to substantial growth, an established aerospace manufacturer is looking to strengthen its manufacturing team with an experienced EDM Operator.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing aerospace business that offers a stable working environment, strong earning potential and genuine opportunities for training, development and career progression.

The company works within a precision engineering environment where accuracy, quality and attention to detail are critical.

The Role

As an EDM Operator, you will be responsible for operating EDM machinery to produce high-quality, precision components for the aerospace sector.

Makino EDM experience is preferred, although candidates with experience operating other EDM machinery will also be considered.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced EDM Operator looking to join a growing business where they can develop their skills, increase their earnings through overtime and build a long-term career.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating EDM machinery to produce precision components.
• Setting and operating EDM machines safely and efficiently.
• Loading and unloading components.
• Following engineering drawings, CNC programmes and work instructions.
• Setting tooling, workholding and machine parameters where required.
• Monitoring machining processes and making adjustments as necessary.
• Carrying out dimensional and visual inspection of components.
• Using precision measuring equipment to ensure components meet specification.
• Identifying and reporting quality or machining issues.
• Working to tight tolerances and aerospace quality standards.
• Maintaining accurate production and quality records.
• Working efficiently to meet production requirements without compromising quality.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment.

About You

We are looking for an experienced EDM Operator with a strong understanding of precision machining and a quality-focused approach.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience operating EDM machinery.
• Makino EDM experience would be highly advantageous.
• Experience with other EDM machines will be considered.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience working to tight tolerances.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment.
• A good understanding of machining processes.
• Strong attention to detail.
• A quality-focused approach.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a skilled manufacturing team.
• Aerospace or precision engineering experience would be advantageous.

Key Attributes

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Quality-focused and methodical.
• Reliable and hardworking.
• Comfortable working with precision machinery.
• Able to work to tight tolerances and demanding quality standards.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Willing to learn and develop.Positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Benefits

• £18.59 per hour.
• Overtime paid at Time & 1/3.
• Excellent opportunity to significantly increase your earnings through overtime.
• Permanent position.
• Night shift working.
• Opportunity to work within the aerospace sector.
• Join a business experiencing substantial growth.
• Excellent opportunities for training and development.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression.
• Stable, long-term employment.
• Specialist precision engineering environment.