Machinist

Forged Solutions Group; Blaenavon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Blaenavon is hiring for the Machinist position. This entry-level role involves operating both manual and CNC machines, ensuring quality production, and contributing to team goals. Ideal candidates will have GCSEs in Maths and English and experience in manufacturing environments. The role provides an opportunity to develop skills while working in a supportive team atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Experience in heavy manufacturing is essential.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings is crucial.
• Strong teamwork and self-motivation are required.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC and manual lathes according to specifications.
• Ensure products meet quality standards and KPIs.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Manual Machining

CNC Machining

Reading Engineering Drawings

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English

Job description

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We are currently recruiting 3 x Machinists to join our facility in Blaenavon, South Wales. The key function of the Machinist role will be to work as part of a team to process product through the Machine Shop that is produced right first time and that is delivered to the Customer in line with their expectations and requirements.

Principle Accountabilities

• Work as part of a team to achieve departmental KPIs with respect to Right First Time, On Time In Full, Productivity etc.
• Operate manual vertical turning lathes and CNC vertical and horizontal turning lathes to process product in line with the method of manufacture ensuring that the relevant standard operating procedure is followed at all times.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings to ensure a conforming product produced to the customer specification.
• Setting of tooling
• Record on a daily basis key data and information in accordance with the relevant system and/or process including but not limited to logging production throughput data onto EFACS, raising non-conformance notes, creating and storing data records, writing dimensional reports etc.
• Encourage and actively contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by performing daily TPM, and 5S activities.
  
  

The Successful Candidate Will Have The Following Skills/experience

• Experience of working within heavy manufacturing
• Manual Machining experience (both manual and CNC)
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (2D) detailed written instructions
• Willingness to learn and follow instruction
• High self-motivation and determination to succeed
• GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English
• Computer literate
• Good interpersonal skills, particularly team working
• Excellent time management
• Excellent attention to detail along with good verbal and written communication
  
  

The Following Skills/experience Would Be Advantageous

• Familiar with machining special alloy materials
• Experience in programming
• Experience of Fannuc control system

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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