Precision CNC Operator: 5-Axis & Multi-Pallet Milling

Vytran LLC; Ely; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributed Pension Scheme

Group Life Cover

Private Health Care

Group Income Protection & more

Job summary

Thorlabs in Ely, UK, is recruiting a CNC Operator to support the Machine Shop in producing precision components. You will operate the Matsuura MAM72 milling centre and other CNC machines to meet production demands.

Essentially, you will ensure micron-level accuracy, read engineering drawings, and work within a team to drive efficiency and quality. The role offers training, pension perks, and a pathway for career development within manufacturing engineering.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Machine Shop environment.
• Working knowledge of Fanuc based vertical milling machining centres.
• Experience with micron level precision.
• Machine loading and operation experience.
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of 5-axis milling and Wire EDM desirable.
• Knowledge of multi-pallet, high mix, low volume machining centres desirable.

Responsibilities

• Predominantly load and run multi-pallet, 5-axis milling centres to produce precision components.
• Load and operate CNC machines to support Machine Shop operations (3- or 5-axis centres, multi-pallets, Wire EDM).
• Ensure machines are scheduled and loaded to meet Kanban demand.
• Unload and process components (debur, ultrasonic cleaning, stress relieving, rumbling, vapour honing).
• Assist CNC Programmers to prove out and produce first-off production and prototype components.
• Ensure components meet quality requirements with accurate measurements using inspection tools.
• Maintain high attention to detail; perform weekly maintenance and 5S tasks.
• Follow safe working practices and environmental requirements; support process improvements.

Skills

Micron precision

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem solving

Tools

Fanuc milling centres

5-axis milling

Wire EDM

Multi-pallet machining

Job description

Thorlabs in Ely, UK, is recruiting a CNC Operator to support the Machine Shop in producing precision components. You will operate the Matsuura MAM72 milling centre and other CNC machines to meet production demands.

Essentially, you will ensure micron-level accuracy, read engineering drawings, and work within a team to drive efficiency and quality. The role offers training, pension perks, and a pathway for career development within manufacturing engineering.