EDM operator

Optima UK; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate

Overtime rate

Permanent position

Night shift

Aerospace sector

Training & development

Career progression

Stable employment

Job summary

Optima UK in Leicestershire is seeking an experienced EDM Operator to join our aerospace manufacturing team on nights. You will operate Makino EDM machines or other EDMs, read engineering drawings, and work to tight tolerances to produce precision components.

The role offers a permanent nights position with overtime paid at Time & 1/3 and opportunities for training, development and career progression within a specialist precision engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating EDM machinery.
• Makino EDM experience highly advantageous.
• Experience with other EDM machines will be considered.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience working to tight tolerances.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment.
• Aerospace or precision engineering experience would be advantageous.

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.

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

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.