Skilled Machinist-2

BorgWarner; Bradford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

BorgWarner seeks a Skilled Machinist to set and operate production equipment in the Bradford unit. You will work as part of a cell team to meet delivery targets and maintain high quality standards.

The role covers 3 shift rotation (Days, Middles, Nights) and requires a background in machining, strong communication, and readiness to support apprentices and engineers. 36.16 hours weekly with potential weekend work.

Qualifications

• Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent training.
• Minimum of two years machining experience in the relevant working unit.
• CNC machining experience preferred.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to tutor colleagues and apprentices.

Responsibilities

• Set production equipment accurately for self and others.
• Operate machine tools within the cell to meet delivery requirements.
• Report tooling problems to shift leaders promptly.
• Maintain optimum equipment performance and quality standards.
• Keep cell/unit clean and compliant with 5S and TPM guidelines.
• Promote professionalism and work ethic in the team.
• Assist Quality Engineers to reduce scrap and rework.
• Support Manufacturing Engineers and Maintenance to improve cell functions.
• Collaborate with Engineers to maximise operational performance.
• Assist with apprentice development per training program.

Skills

Good communication skills

Organisational & setting skills

Tutoring colleagues

Professionalism & work ethic

Education

Engineering Apprentice trained to national standard or equivalent

Tools

CNC machining

Job description

Skilled Machinist

Reports To

Production Team Manager

Site Location

BorgWarner Ltd, Roydsdale Way, Euroway Industrial Estate, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD4 6SE (refer to T&C’s for location description and travel requirements)

Hours

36.16 Hours (hours may vary as required for the business)

Days of Work

Monday to Friday, some weekend and Bank Holiday work may be required

Shift

3 Shift Rotating (Days, Middles, Nights)

Overall Purpose

To set, for yourself and others, and to operate production equipment within the designated unit/cell, with the close liaison and direction of shift leaders

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely setting of production equipment for both yourself and others.
• Operate machine tools as part of the cell team to achieve delivery requirements. Report tooling problems to shift leaders or other relevant parties in a timely manner.
• Ensure successful operation of production equipment to obtain the optimum efficiencies during production.
• Consistent adherence to quality standards.
• Adherence to cleanliness and functionality of the cell/unit in line with 5S and TPM guidelines.
• Promote a greater level of working awareness with regards to quality standards and overall professionalism and work ethic.
• Support Quality Engineers to investigate, collate and report on reducing scrap and rework within the cells.
• Help Manufacturing Engineers and Maintenance to improve cell functions.
• Work with Manufacturing Engineers to maximize overall operational performance.
• Assist with the development of Apprentices in accordance with the relevant training program.
• Maintain high levels of positivity, professionalism and a positive work ethic.

Knowledge & Experience

• Engineering Apprentice trained to national standard or equivalent
• Minimum of two years machining experience in the relevant working nit, or two years in similar operating environments.
• CNC machining experience preferred.
• Good communication skills
• Ability to demonstrate good organisational and setting skills
• Ability to give tutoring to colleagues and apprentices who pass through the cell/unit.
• Ability to maintain high levels of professionalism and a positive work ethic.

Working Environment

Controlled factory environment, with some Health & Safety risks.

PPE will be required to be worn.

Other Duties Required

Any other reasonable duty as may be assigned that is consistent with the nature of the job and its level of responsibility.

The duties are set out in the above job description but please note that BorgWarner reserve the right to update this job description, from time to time, to reflect changes in the job role.

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