Job Description
Machine Operator
Crewe
Position Reports To: Shift Manager
Location: Crewe, CW2 8UY
MACHINIST – SETTER / OPERATOR
Crewe
Position Reports To: Operations Supervisor
Direct Reports: None
Location: Crewe
POSITION SUMMARY:
A Setter / Operator Machinist performs complicated machining activities, using multiple critical machines within his / her area of expertise across multiple departments. It can include both part-specific work, mostly just pieces, or serial work.
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
· Reads (customer) documentation, drawings and understand the specifications.
· Read and understand the applicable documentation (f.e work descriptions, drawings) and regulation.
· Visual inspection of the part.
· If applicable choose needed CNC program.
· Machine-specific preparations.
· Operate multiple Conventional or CNC machines.
· Undertake the necessary operations in accordance with internal and external regulations
· Monitor progress and where necessary adjust the machine/program
· Visual and dimensional inspection of machining results using measuring tools.
· Administration of work performed.
· Identify and resolve process / production problems, including reporting.
· Identify opportunities for improvement and act on, including reporting.
· The proactive support of engineering in the design of new processes and working methods.
· Act as a troubleshooter / trainer for colleagues for all relevant machines.
· Cleaning of the workplace and implementing improvements, eg. 5S.
· Preventive maintenance.
CHALLENGES:
Working in a technically and technologically-challenging environment and within a fast paced environment.
COMPETENCIES:
1. Team player – Be able to work as a team.
2. Attention to detail – Pay meticulous attention to details
3. Computer literacy – Ability to operate MS Office software, CNC software
4. Organisational skills – Ability to multi-task and prioritize daily workload. Ability to work with limited supervision and to tight deadlines.
5. Perseverance– Pursue everything with energy, drive and a need to finish; give up seldom even in the face of resistance or setbacks. Proactive attitude and ability to act on own initiative.
EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
Education
· Formal engineering qualification desirable.
· Time served apprenticeship desirable.
Work Experience
· Minimum 2 years’ experience of machining (BTEC and HNC qualified candidates without experience but willing to learn would be considered)
· Experience of CNC Grinding and Machining Desirable
· Experience working in a fast paced production environment producing machined components to high tolerances.
· Must have the technical aptitude to understand all areas of machining including both manual and CNC processes.
· Experience of aerospace or IGT work sectors desirable but not essential
- Willing to become multi skilled - Essential .
· Operate, control and set up multiple machines or be willing to be trained to do so (also programming on CNC machines).
· Machining techniques. machining processes.
· Apply measuring and adjusting tools.
· Lean manufacturing, operational excellence and modern manufacturing management processes.
Skills
· Reading drawings and planning documentation.
· Have a keen eye for detail, be able to multi-task and feel comfortable asking for support if needed
· Safety conscious ( we are a safety first business)
· Have strong interpersonal and good communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels
· Happy to suggest improvements
· Must be able to work as part of a team, but also be able to work using own initiative whilst being able to work under pressure
· A proactive, team player
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £39,892.29 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Bereavement leave
- Company pension
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Financial planning services
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Transport links
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Crewe: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you have any experience using a Makino grinding machine ?
Shift availability:
- Day shift (required)
- Night shift (required)
- Overnight shift (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Maintenance New Role