CAD / CAM Technician

CAD / CAM Technician

Job description
To use CAD/CAM software to create models of master parts. Responsible for the manufacture of 'Master Hobs' which will provide the optimum punch tabletting face for the highest quality tablets and trouble-free production, according to customer requirements.

The successful candidate should have:
* Use CAD/CAM software to create models and programmes of master parts for the manufacturing of tablet compression tooling.
* To carry out the manufacture of parts, working from master tablet tooling designs and drawings.
* To operate the die mould CNC milling machine.
* To carry out inspection and visual validation using various measuring equipment and vision systems. Including but not limited to micrometres, Vernier callipers, bench clocks, contour tracers, shadow graphs and digital cameras.
* To finish and polish fine detailed embossing and other features to a high accuracy, meeting manufacturing specifications.
* To complete process checks and update schedules using various applications within Microsoft 360.
* To support downstream engineering processes.
* To support on other machining operations if required.

Preferred qualifications
* Proven experience in manufacturing, ideally with similar industry experience.
* Ability to interpret detailed instructions, engineering drawings, and technical reports.
* A good understanding of measurement and Quality aspects.
* Proactive approach to production line equipment, with the implementation of continuous improvements to drive better performance.
* Preferred understanding of QRM or a similar environment of manufacturing lead times.
* Team player, flexible with hours of work, excellent communication
skills.
* Ability to contribute effectively as part of a larger team - essential.
* Adaptable and willing to go the extra mile to meet tight operational deadlines.
* Eagerness to learn and adaptive in approach.
* Ability to work independently.

Hours of work: AM / PM Shifts 6 am-2 pm / 2 pm-10 pm Rotating plus occasional Saturday, paid as overtime rate
Pay: From £9.44 - £12.72 per hour plus 18% shift premium for this work pattern making it up to £15.01 per hour. Overtime is available in addition to salary but not guaranteed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £22,590.00-£30,439.00 per year

Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discount
* Free flu jabs
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Store discount

Schedule:
- Monday to Friday

Terms and Conditions of Employment
Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon the following conditions: agreement to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, References/Background & Right to Work Documentation checks. The Company may terminate employment without notice if any documentation is unsatisfactory.

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