Machinist II

Greene Tweed; Reading; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Greene Tweed in Reading, United Kingdom, seeks an experienced machinist to operate CNC and manual machines to produce parts per print specifications with tight tolerances.

Applicants should have 5+ years of shop experience, technical training in shop math and blueprint reading, and familiarity with GD&T. Experience with engineered plastics is preferred; training and growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of trade school apprenticeship or equivalent shop experience; engineered plastics preferred.
• Technical training in shop math and blueprint reading is necessary.
• Able to understand GD&T is a plus.
• Able to read and understand basic blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Operates CNC or manual machines to fabricate parts to print specifications.
• Performs machine set ups for close tolerances and proper alignment.
• Collects inspections on first pieces and in-process using precision measuring devices.
• Maintains records of time, part counts and inspections for each job.
• Keeps work area clean, safe and compliant with quality procedures.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance on machines.

Skills

5+ years shop experience

GD&T understanding

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Milling machines

Lathes

Grinders

Drill

Job description

At Greene, Tweed, you'll find the cutting-edge technology, world-class polymer expertise and endless advancement opportunities you'd expect from a multi-national industry leader. You'll find them all in an environment that embraces diversity in people and opinions, moves decision making to the point of impact, and celebrates your success.

If you enjoy continuous learning and are excited about working with and creating technological solutions, explore career opportunities with Greene, Tweed.

Job summary:
Operate one or more CNC or manual machines to fabricate production parts to print specifications and quality standards in accordance with company schedules, policies and procedures. Performs other duties, incidental to the job as assigned.
Requires a thorough understanding of all company safety policies and objectives and the ability to properly use existing equipment, i.e., milling machines, lathes, grinders, drill, etc. Must be skilled in working within close tolerances and have the ability to use various types of precision measuring devices.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Works from drawings, sketches and specifications in completing various machining operations.
• Performs machine set ups to obtain close tolerances, fitting and alignment of machined parts.
• Obtains required inspections on first pieces of a run according to prescribed procedure and performs inspections on work-in-progress using a wide variety of measuring devices.
• Completes and maintains all necessary records of time, part counts, first piece inspections, requisition forms, etc. for each job.
• Maintains work area in a clean, safe, and orderly fashion and conforms to all quality procedures and standards.
• Responsible for performing routine preventative maintenance of machines according to PM schedule.
• Responsible for operating machinery/equipment in a safe
• Responsible for making jigs, fixtures or other specialized non-production devices as qualified and assigned.
• Responsible for acquiring raw material, supplies, tools, etc. when necessary.
• Assists in the training of other machinists as requested.
• Performs first piece inspections on basic product for other machinists, as qualified and assigned.
• Responsible for grinding tools when necessary.
• Responsible for trouble shooting drawings, machining, tooling, programming, material, etc. and making competent decisions pertaining to job at hand.
• Responsible for utilizing Geometric Dimension & Tolerance as called out on print.
• Responsible for giving feedback on trends, and recommending process improvement

Required Minimum Qualifications

Education/Certifications: High School Diploma or equivalent

Skills and Experience:

• 5+ years of trade school apprenticeship or equivalent shop experience with some experience working with engineered plastics preferred
• Technical training in shop math and blueprint reading is necessary to perform the job.
• Able to understand GD&T is a plus
• Able to read and understand basic blueprints

Note: This Job Description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by the Supervisor. All requirements are subject to change and updates.