Engineering Operative / Production Operative

Kyocera SGS Precision Tools Europe; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of cutting tools in the UK is seeking a Manufacturing Support Technician to assist in production operations. This role involves ensuring manufacturing processes run smoothly and includes responsibilities such as setting up machines and performing quality inspections. The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing support role and a strong understanding of quality assurance. This position is part of an exciting phase of growth and relocation in the Midlands.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or engineering support roles.
• Familiarity with machine setup and operation.
• Understanding of quality assurance processes.

Responsibilities

• Carry out manufacturing support and heat treatment operations to meet quality and delivery targets.
• Set and operate manual grinding, EDM, and edge hone machines.
• Perform wheel dressing, measuring, and balancing tasks.

Job description

Kyocera SGS Precision Tools is a leading manufacturer of solid carbide cutting tools, renowned for designing high-performance solutions for machining challenging materials such as stainless steel and titanium. We support industries such as aerospace, medical, power generation, and motorsports by solving complex manufacturing challenges and improving process efficiency.

We’re now entering an exciting phase of growth, relocating to the Midlands to unite Kyocera SGS and Kyocera Unimerco Tooling under one roof; forming Kyocera’s largest carbide tooling site in Europe. As part of this expansion, we’re looking for a Manufacturing Support Technician to join our team.

About the Role

As a Manufacturing Support Technician (Engineering Operative) you’ll play a key part in supporting our production operations; ensuring our manufacturing processes run smoothly, safely, and efficiently. You’ll carry out a range of support functions and will also be involved in machine setup and operation, inspection, and process monitoring, helping to maintain the high standards of quality Kyocera SGS is known for.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out manufacturing support and heat treatment operations to meet quality and delivery targets
• Set and operate manual grinding, EDM, and edge hone machines
• Perform wheel dressing, measuring, and balancing tasks

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