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CNC Turner
Your new company
Based near Milton Keynes we are working with a globally recognised leader in the design, development, and manufacture of innovative piling and foundation equipment.
They are recruiting for a CNC Turner with ideally Programming, Setting and Operating experience to join and be part of their manufacturing workshop team.
The site is equipped with advanced CNC machinery, including Doosan Puma 2600SY II and Leadwell Turning Centre LTC-25i LVM, both with Fanuc controls.
Your new role
As a CNC Programmer Setter Operator, you will be responsible for programming, setting, and operating CNC lathes. You will work with Fanuc controlled machines, programming directly at the machine. The role requires experience with CNC lathes, and the ability to set and operate them.
We offer training for the right candidate, but prior experience is essential.
You will also be required to complete a pre-screening test involving G-code programming for a provided drawing prior to an on-site interview.
Key Responsibilities:
- Programme, set, and operate turning centres with live tooling, CNC lathes using Fanuc control system, CNC vertical and horizontal twin pallet mills.
- Operate 5 Axis CNC machining centre with 8 Pallet AWC.
- Select appropriate tools and machine settings.
- Set and operate manual milling, turning, and grinding machines.
- Check parts are to drawing using measuring equipment.
- Work with Process Engineer to ensure set-up sheets are maintained and kept up to date.
- Complete production job documentation.
- Prepare raw materials for use.
- Material handling.
- Carry out weekly/monthly fluid checks and machine maintenance.
- Keep workspace and machines clean and tidy.
- Ensure all health and safety guidelines are adhered to and make recommendations for improvement.
- Carry out any other reasonable task as requested within your capability.
Performance Measures:
- % of non-conforming components produced.
- % On-time delivery of components to plan. What you'll need to succeed
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years' experience setting and operating CNC lathes and mills with Fanuc controls.
- A relevant manufacturing engineering qualification.
Skills & Experience required:
- Ability to programme, set, and operate CNC lathes and/or milling machines including set up of tooling.
- Experience in a similar role within a manufacturing / engineering environment,
- Ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings.
- Understanding of engineering tolerances.
- Using micrometres, verniers, and gauges to inspect parts.
- CAD/CAM offline programming, using Fusion 360 (desirable).
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Proactive and positive approach.
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary, depending on experience.
- Standard working hours: 7.45am to 4.30pm Monday to Thursday, and 7.45am to 3.30pm on Fridays.
- Overtime opportunities with enhanced pay rates.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Pension scheme, life cover, employee assistance programme and cycle to work scheme upon successful completion of the probation period.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us now on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion about your career.
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