Skilled Machinist

RTX Corporation; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid certifications

Healthcare benefits

Generous pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Job summary

RTX Corporation in Wolverhampton is seeking an experienced machinist to operate and set up 5-axis machining centres, producing complex aluminium and stainless fabrications for aerospace and related sectors. You will work with engineers to prove out programs and manage tooling to hit drawing tolerances.

You will perform dimensional checks using designated tools, follow program specs, and escalate issues to the Line Manager. There may be a possibility of moving to night shifts.

Qualifications

• Recognized engineering apprenticeship e.g. City & Guilds or BTEC Level 3.
• Good numeracy and literacy levels.
• Good IT skills.
• Experience with 5-axis machines is advantageous.
• Aerospace or Oil & Gas background favourable.

Responsibilities

• Day to day running of 5 axis machine centre (Doosan, Mazak & Matsuura).
• Machining of complex aluminium and stainless fabrications.
• Set up and run programs in accordance with Op sheets and program specs.
• Support tooling to meet drawing tolerances and perform dimensional checks.
• Escalate issues to the Line Manager and maintain CORE housekeeping.

Skills

5 axis machining

Mazak Intergrex

Setting & operating

Aerospace background

Self-Inspection

CMM knowledge

Education

City & Guilds

BTEC Level 3

Tools

Renishaw probing

PC-DMIS

Mazak Intergrex

Job description

Our solutions support the modern flight experience for millions of travellers and military personnel worldwide. With products on nearly every aircraft in the sky-ranging from emergency power generation systems to advanced cabin pressure controls and quieter engines-our Power & Controls division is shaping the future of aviation. We value innovative thinking and are committed to integrity, performance, and customer satisfaction.

What You Will Do

• Day to day running of 5 axis machine centre (Doosan, Mazak & Matsuura)
• The machining of complex aluminium and stainless fabrications
• Aid the setting up and proving out of programs with Engineers
• Support and manage the machine tooling to best achieve drawing tolerances
• Carry out dimensional checks using the designated tools as defined by each program and Op sheet
• Set up and run programs in accordance with the Op sheets and Program specifications
• Escalate any issues, errors or concerns immediately to the Line Manager
• Any other duties as required by your line manager
• Support CORE and keep up excellent housekeeping practices
• Recognized engineering apprenticeship e.g. City & Guilds/ BTEC Level 3 or equivalent
• Good level of numeracy and literacy
• Good level of IT skills

Skills & Certifications

• Setting & operating Various machine centre's
• Vertical 5 axis machine centres - Doosan, Matsuura & Mazak would be ideal
• Mazak Intergrex (Tilting 'B' Axis) experience
• Aerospace or Oil & Gas background favourable
• Self-Inspection
• Various measuring/ inspection techniques
• PC Dmis knowledge advantageous - CMM operating
• Knowledge of machining Aluminium & Stainless fabrications
• Understanding of adaptive machining - Renishaw probing essential

Working Hours (Shifts)

• Morning: 6:00 AM-1:45 PM (Monday-Thursday) and 6:00 AM-12:00 PM (Friday).
• Afternoon: 2:00 PM-10:00 PM (Monday-Thursday) and 12:15 PM-5:15 PM (Friday).
• There may be a possibility of moving to night shifts. Ample notice will be provided if required.

What You Will Learn

• Professional Development : Access to company-paid certifications and training programs, mentorship and guidance from industry leaders, leadership opportunities, spearhead exciting high-impact projects and initiatives. Continuous Learning and Innovative culture, where curiosity is encouraged and supported.
• Experience : Industry specifics/insights, practical/hands-on skills that will be gained, exposure to the latest tools and technologies in the industry., 25 days of annual leave, plus 8 public holidays.
• 4.5 Day Working Week
• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Support for professional fees.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including a healthcare cash plan.
• Employee discounts.
• Work/life balance programs.
• Wellness programs.
• Employee recognition schemes.
• Referral bonus program.
• Free on-site parking.
• Death-in-service benefit.
• Generous employer-contribution pension scheme.