CNC Machinist – Programmer

Job Title: CNC Machinist – Programmer

Responsible to: Engineering Manager

Job Description

The post holder will be responsible for the following duties:

• Liaise with the manufacturing leadership daily to ensure you have full understanding of the production requirements.
• Work within a manufacturing team to ensure all aspects of machine setting and operation are carried out efficiently, and machines are utilised effectively.
• Take full ownership of all aspects of the CNC machine setup including tooling build, work holding loading / alignment and datum setting, program transfer to the machine, followed by full prove out of component parts programs.
• Provide support for manufacturing team by diagnosing issues and fault-finding NC programs as required, either at the machine console or using Mastercam / Hypermill CAM software.
• Provide support for engineering team by creating NC programs as required, either at the machine console or using Mastercam / Hypermill CAM software.
• Problem-solve the machining process and make necessary machine and/or program adjustments to ensure parts conform to specification.
• Provide support to a team of operators and apprentices by providing knowledge, experience and troubleshooting advice.
• In the absence of the production supervisor, assist in allocating tasks to a team of operators as and when required.
• Assist in providing the necessary on the job training to help upskill and develop the team.
• Fully inspect components to ensure they meet the customer requirements using precision measuring equipment.
• Complete paperwork including job cards, set-up sheets, and NCRs when necessary.
• Ensure the engineering databases are kept up to date with the latest revision of electronic data including NC programs and other essential information.
• Compliance with, implementation of, and contribution to improving relevant quality standards.
• Comply with and ensure good housekeeping and Health and Safety standards / legislation are adhered to ensuring all allocated machinery is running efficiently and safely and contribute to improvements.
• Carry out and participate in relevant training as required.
• Participation in and contribution towards continuous improvement activities.
• Must be flexible to meet company demands throughout the year including working additional overtime when required (including Fridays / weekends)
• Any other reasonable duties as required by the Management team.

Job Specification

Essential Criteria

• Extensive, proven experience in the setting and operation of 3 and 5 axis CNC machines (minimum 7 years)
• Proven experience with Heidenhain machine controls (minimum 2 years)
• Proven experience with either Mastercam or Hypermill CAM software (minimum 2 years)
• Be able to read and interpret engineering drawings competently.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven machining related problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative as well as within a team environment.

Desirable Criteria

• At least HNC / HND or similar qualification in a mechanical engineering or equivalent discipline.
• Experience of programming / setting / operating CNC lathes or turning centres.

Benefits:EOT Company

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