Senior Production Machining Technician

Altera Recruitment Group; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled Production Machining Technician to support their engineering operations. The role involves operating CNC and manual lathes, collaborating to improve safety and efficiency, and ensuring high-quality components. Candidates should have a background in machining with experience in risk assessments. The company offers a competitive salary along with a performance bonus, medical insurance, and pension benefits, making it an attractive opportunity for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company performance bonus

Private medical insurance

Investment in personal growth

Death in Service benefit

Excellent pension

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Machining Technician with proficiency in operating CNC lathes.
• Skilled in using workshop machinery adhering to safety standards.
• Understanding of process improvements in machining.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to drive improvements in safety and efficiency.
• Safely operate machine shop equipment.
• Ensure machined components meet specified requirements.

Skills

Forklift

Basic Math

Mechanical Knowledge

Assembly Experience

Precision Measuring Instruments

Troubleshooting

Tools

CNC machines

Manual lathes

Cutting machinery

Job description

Job Description

Production Machining Technician Altera Recruitment Group is working with a prestigious manufacturing company that is actively seeking a skilled Production Machining Technician to play a key role in their engineering and design operations. This renowned organisation is an industry leader recognised for its innovation, advanced technology and commitment to delivering exceptional quality products.

As a Production Machining Technician you’ll provide technical support on machining processes for composite end fittings and test coupons as well as machine various metal components to assist production and testing activities. This is an exciting opportunity to join the business at a time of significant investment and growth with excellent prospects for long-term career development.

Key Responsibilities of the Production Machining Technician include:

• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Production Supervisors and Maintenance teams to drive improvements in safety, process efficiency, quality and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Safely operate machine shop equipment in line with best practices and risk assessments.
• Ensure all machined components meet specified requirements using technical expertise, CNC programs, SOPs and precision measurement tools.
• Contribute to the implementation of 5S workplace organisation principles.
• Participate in continuous improvement and process optimisation initiatives.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Machining Technician with strong proficiency in operating both manual and CNC lathes and milling machines.
• Skilled in using workshop and cutting machinery including saws, grinders and sanders while adhering to safety and risk assessment standards.
• Strong understanding of risk assessments with the ability to identify and implement process improvements.
• Experience working with composite materials in a production environment (advantageous).
• Background in automated production and/or low-volume high-value manufacturing (preferred).

Whats on Offer:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Company performance bonus.
• Private medical insurance.
• Investment in personal growth and career development.
• Death in Service benefit.
• Excellent pension up to 10% and life assurance schemes.

If you’re interested in this opportunity please click apply and attach your most up-to-date CV.

Required Experience: Senior IC

Key Skills: Forklift, Basic Math, Packaging, Mechanical Knowledge, Assembly Experience, Restoration, Sensors, Food Processing, Precision Measuring Instruments, Programmable Logic Controllers, Manufacturing, Troubleshooting

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1