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Machine Tool Operator
Job summary
A leading engineering company in Ashton-under-Lyne is seeking a Machine Tool Operator. The role involves operating a Harford CNC machine with FANUC controls, programming from engineering drawings, and ensuring quality production. Candidates must possess FANUC experience and a solid understanding of machining practices. Competitive pay at £17.50 per hour with opportunities for growth and training.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Must have experience with FANUC controls.
- Confident in programming from engineering drawings.
- Reliable with a safety-first approach.
Responsibilities
- Set, operate, and program the CNC machine from drawings.
- Run inspections and maintain tight tolerances.
- Collaborate with production and quality to meet targets.
Skills
Tools
Location: Ashton-under-Lyne
Pay: £17.50 per hour
Hours: 37 hours per week
Overtime: Paid after 37 hours at time + 1/3 (x1.33)
Holidays: UK bank holidays plus 5 additional days over the Christmas period
Equipment: Harford CNC machine with FANUC controls
Progression & Training: Growing company with real progression; first-aid certification and on-the-job training provided
Operate a Harford CNC with FANUC controls to produce quality components to drawing, keeping the machine set, running and within tolerance. You'll program at the control from drawings, adjust offsets, carry out basic checks and keep accurate records.
- Set, operate and program at the control from drawings
- Run first-off and in-process inspections; maintain tight tolerances
- Adjust tooling/offsets; complete basic maintenance and housekeeping
- Work collaboratively with production/quality to hit targets and lead times
- Keep clear job records and handovers
- FANUC control experience (essential)
- Confident programming from engineering drawings (G-code at the control)
- Experience on Harford machines is a plus
- Solid understanding of tooling, feeds/speeds and machining best practice
- Quality focus with ability to read and interpret drawings and measuring equipment
- Reliable, safety-first approach; right to work in the UK
- Experience with Heidenhain or NUM controls
- Both turning and milling exposure
- Basic preventative maintenance experience
Send your CV and a brief note on your FANUC experience, Harford exposure, and recent parts you've programmed from drawings. Interviews arranged quickly for suitable candidates.
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