Our engineering client is a world leader in their manufacturing field, with a global reach into over 30 countries and thousands of proven applications. Owing to retirement, they are now looking for a CNC Programmer/Setter in their machine shop, with experience of Fanuc.

This position is starting in September 2024

Position Summary

To programme, set and prove out components requiring manufacture on high/low volume CNC machines ensuring the highest quality standard by following set operating instructions and technical drawings.

Experience and Skills Required

• Good experience of Sliding Head & CNC lathes, programming & setting (both Fanuc).
• Ability to understand and follow technical drawings;
• Good time management with the ability to prioritise workload to achieve deadline;
• Good knowledge of dimensional measurement & control;
• Good knowledge of different types and grades of raw material;
• Good attention to detail;

Key Responsibilities

• Produce components whether it be a one off to a large batch to a high and precise specification and accuracy;
• Program and set CNC machinery and order appropriate tooling that may be required to complete scheduled jobs;
• Tool and fixture making that may be required for any large volume components;
• General machine maintenance;
• Perform self-first off and final inspection of yours and other staff members manufactured components;
• Working on manual machines as and when required and urgency dictates;
• General cleaning, sorting and tidying of the machine shop;
• Sort and rack ordered in material into the correct location of the material rack;
• Create change request forms for any alteration/additions to components being made;
• Fix/repair any damaged or ill-fitting components from other departments;
• General bench fitting activities;
• Cleaning out and stripping down machines after use;
• Assembly and packing of finished components;
• Preparation of components for welding, plating or painting;
• Assisting the stores on delivery of the raw material.;
• Ad-hoc tasks for line manager as require;
• Take reasonable care for the Health and Safety of yourself and any other persons who may be affected by your acts and to co-operate with Soil Instruments Ltd in order that the employer’s duty may be fulfilled;