Machine Operator

Surface Transforms Plc; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Surface Transforms Plc seeks a skilled Machine Operator to join their production team. You will ensure the high-quality manufacturing of carbon-ceramic brake components, with responsibilities including machine operation, maintaining safety standards, and problem-solving within the production process. This role offers an engaging workplace culture focused on innovation and quality.

Benefits

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank holidays

Support for professional qualifications

Confidential employee assistance helpline

Internal job promotion opportunities

Company uniform and annual clothing point scheme

Qualifications

• 3+ years of machining experience.
• Ability to work to tight timelines and multitask.
• Fully competent with inspection equipment.

Responsibilities

• Produce precision parts using Milling Machines and Surface Grinders.
• Interpret engineering drawings to set up operations.
• Champion continuous improvement processes.

Skills

Machining high specification parts

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Quality orientation

Education

HND/HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CNC Machining

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Who Are We

Surface Transforms are experts in the development and production of carbon-ceramic materials and the UK’s only manufacturer of carbon-ceramic brakes for automotive use. Surface Transforms' unique patented Carbon-Ceramic technology provides the ultimate braking performance for road and track.

Here at Surface Transforms passion is at the heart of our brand. As a team we refuse to accept the impossible. We know that impossible only means that we haven’t found the solution yet. Your role at Surface Transforms is yours to steer - toward opportunities and away from risks. You have the power to shape your role and we cannot wait to see where you take us and we’ll take pride in supporting the future you chose to build at Surface Transforms.

We are looking for experienced Machine Operators to join our growing Production Team. Our Machine Operators will set and operate, Milling and Grinding machines, producing our innovative, precision parts, to an advanced specification and high quality standard.

What you’ll be doing as our Machine Operator:

• Produce precision parts on both Milling Machines and Surface Grinders.
• Interpret engineering drawings and job specifications to setup a wide range of milling and grinding operations on both repeat and new components.
• Setting up the machines by, loading material stock and inserting cutting tools into tool holders, ensuring accuracy of tool assembly by inspecting fit and runout.
• Clean and maintain machining centers including disposal of waste material.
• Champion continuous improvement and provide feedback to internal departments on the machining process.
• Process jobs as scheduled on the internal database as well as entering operational data regarding milling and job progression.
• Action Quality Issues and support all Non-Conformance meetings
• Support product and process optimisation in line with the quality needs of the business
• Maintain high levels of Health & Safety standards
  
  

The Skills, Knowledge and Experience you will need as our Machine Operator:

• Proven background in machining high specification, precision engineered parts.
• Identify and utilise best practice methods for work holding, tight tolerance machining and tooling.
• Fully experienced with machining of both standard and more exotic raw materials.
• Able to work to tight time lines and multi-task in a busy manufacturing environment.
• Fully competent with all types of inspection equipment, to verify component quality.
• Experience in operating in a 5S environment.
• Able to work to high safety and quality standard, with a variety of equipment and materials.
• The ability to work as part of a team and on your own with minimum supervision
• Excellent problem solving skills
  
  

Need to have:

• 3+ years of Machining experience
• Experience following work instructions
  
  

Nice to have:

• HND/HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline)
• CNC Machining experience
• Process improvement experience
  
  

You’ll have these personal attributes:

• Quality orientated
• Critical thinking
• Problem solving
• Precision
• Accountability
  
  

What we’ll give you in return:

• Attractive salary
• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank holidays
• Extra day Annual Leave for your birthday
• Support and fund professional qualifications
• Company uniform on your first day and annual clothing point scheme
• A confidential employee assistance helpline covering physical and emotional support
• Jobs are promoted internally providing job transfer opportunities
• Death in service scheme
  
  

Hours:

Monday - Friday, 6am - 2pm, 2pm -10pm

Salary:

£31,050 rising to £33,050 including Shift allowance and annualised hours

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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