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ProTech Recruitment Ltd; Tring; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

ProTech Recruitment Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to join a small, close-knit shop. You will programme, set and operate CNC milling and turning machines to produce prototype and low-volume components, including 3- and 4-axis milling and 2-axis turning.

This hands-on role suits someone with apprentice training or 5+ years in precision machining, who can read drawings, use precision measurement equipment and contribute to NPD and continuous improvement within a

Qualifications

• Experience programming, setting and operating CNC milling and turning machines.
• Proficiency with 3- and 4-axis milling and 2-axis turning.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Programme, set and operate CNC milling machines, including 3 and 4 axis machines.
• Programme, set and operate CNC turning machines, including 2 axis lathes.
• Manufacture prototype and low-volume components to tight tolerances.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Inspect completed components using precision measuring equipment.
• Support new product development from concept through to completion.

Skills

CNC Milling

CNC Turning

3-Axis & 4-Axis Milling

Reading Engineering Drawings

Precision Measuring & QC

Job description

Hours: Monday to Thursday 8am-5pm, Friday 8am-1pm

We are seeking an experienced and skilled CNC Machinist to join a small, close-knit machine shop team. You will be responsible for programming, setting and operating CNC milling and turning machines to produce high-quality prototype and low-volume components. This is a hands on role suited to an experienced CNC Miller, CNC Turner or CNC Machinist who takes pride in precision engineering and enjoys working on one-off components and new product development.

Key Responsibilities as a CNC Machinist

• Programme, set and operate CNC milling machines, including 3 and 4 axis machines
• Programme, set and operate CNC turning machines, including 2 axis lathes
• Manufacture prototype and low-volume components to tight tolerances
• Work with a variety of materials, including steels and tungsten
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Work accurately to tight dimensional tolerances and quality requirements
• Inspect completed components using precision measuring equipment
• Carry out in-process and final inspection of machined components
• Support new product development (NPD) from initial concept through to completion
• Collaborate with engineering and design teams to develop and manufacture new components
• Identify and resolve machining and production issues
• Ensure machines, tooling and work areas are maintained to a high standard
• Work efficiently while maintaining a strong focus on quality rather than production volume
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment
• Follow all Health & Safety and quality procedures
• Support continuous improvement and contribute to the development of machining processes
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the engineering and manufacturing teams

Skills & Experience as a CNC Machinist

• Previous experience as a CNC Machinist, CNC Miller, CNC Turner or similar precision machining role
• Experience programming, setting and operating CNC milling and/or turning machines
• Experience working with 3 and/or 4 axis CNC milling machines and/or 2 axis CNC lathes
• Apprentice trained and/or 5+ years' experience within a precision machining environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience working to tight tolerances and high-quality standards
• Confident using precision measuring and inspection equipment
• Experience machining a range of materials, ideally including steels and/or tungsten
• Good understanding of CNC machining processes, tooling and cutting parameters
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality components
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a small engineering team
• Willingness to learn and undertake training on specific machines and programming systems