CNC Machinist – 3 Shift – UK IN Bath, England UK

Full Time

Basic Function

To set and operate defined machine resource producing a product portfolio to meet design criteria.

Reporting Relationship

Reports to the Shift Leader – Machine Shop

Responsible For

The machine resource during operation and the tooling and fixtures (status, usability and cleanliness) specified for the process activities undertaken.

 Key Duties & Responsibilities

  • To set (tooling and fixtures) and run (proven program) designated CNC resource, as defined in the work instruction, within a defined manufacturing process.

  • As 1) however in liaison with Manufacturing Engineering program-prove, prove tooling package and thus the activity prove-out of new process activities.

  • The ability to carry out a minimum level of minor/ basic editing of CNC programs.

  • As an output of 1), 2) and 3) submit a near net shape and quality part for first-off inspection. Thereafter liaise with the quality team to close any defined gap between submitted work piece and design or stage drawing requirement.

  • Where applicable, and aligned to point 4), work to defined Inspection Control Plans (ICP).

  • Carry out any data capture required to improve process capability and control e.g. Statistical Process Control (SPC) and / or Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)

  • Ensure that work is moved on to the next work center on completion of current operation.

  • To support the business to meet defined KPIs e.g. On Time Delivery.

  • To ensure health & safety requirements of the individual and team members are met.

  • Actively support continuous improvements activities throughout the business.

  • Support the process to ensure all necessary tooling, materials and documentation is available to facilitate on time manufacture.

  • Support the development and maintenance of a multi-skilled workforce by training colleagues as and when necessary.

  • In the support of point 12) undertake any training identified / specified to achieve acceptable/ improved levels in a personal skill-set.

  • Support the development and actively encourage a team culture within the machine shop manufacturing areas.

  • Maintain systems and procedures to enable continuing compliance with AS9100 quality standard.

  • Work with/support multi-disciplined teams in the introduction of new products and production processes into full manufacture.

  • Maintain a high standard of housekeeping and cleanliness in the machine shop areas.

Knowledge & Ability Required

  • Demonstrated experience in CNC machining (Milling and / or Turning and / or Mill-Turn) of high precision products from a variety of materials and forms i.e. solid, castings or forgings.

  • Demonstrated experience in a high value, low volume mechanical manufacturing environment.

  • In-depth knowledge of Fanuc controls.

  • A demonstrable ability to problem solve is desirable.

  • Having a Secondary skillset(s) e.g. another CNC skillset, Manual Turning, EDM, Rotary and / Cylindrical Grinding etc. is a distinct advantage.

  • A demonstrable background in delivering Continual Improvement ideas is an advantage.

  • Computer literate.

  • Good communicator at all levels.

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