CNC Machinist Turner

Aspired talent are looking for an CNC Machinist (Turner) for our client in Manchester.

Hours are 8am till 430pm Monday to Thursday and 730am till 3pm Friday.

As a CNC Machinist, you have responsibility of programming, setting and operating CNC lathes in the Machine Shop Department

Responsibilities
• Plans machining by studying work orders, engineering drawings, materials, interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances.
• Programs machines by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs
• Sets-up machines by installing and adjusting chucks, collet chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, stops, and bar feeders etc.
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces, adhering to company production, quality standards and procedures.
• Maintains specifications by observing machining operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to health and safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; speaking to line manager to call for repairs.
• Maintains continuity of jobs in department by properly documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs on job cards, timesheets and/or SAP systems
• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs and/or timesheets.
• Updates job knowledge by actively participating in on-the-job training opportunities; familiarizing yourself with company policies, processes and procedures and, making use of the Standard Operating Procedures available
• Accomplishment toward organisations goals by accepting ownership for undertaking new and different requests; exploring opportunities to continually improve on existing processes to reduce cost and increase efficiency.
• To carry out any additional work as reasonably requested by your line manager.

Job Skill Set
• Must be able to read, understand and edit ISO programs for turning
• Ability to program ISO controls a distinct advantage
• Knowledge of programming and setting live tooling and sub spindles an advantage
• Able to demonstrate sound technical engineering knowledge such as reading and interpreting engineering drawings and G,D & T features, selecting best tooling and inserts to produce required features etc
• Experienced Problem Solver
• Written and oral communication skills

Interpersonal Skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Organisational and time management skills
• Coaching and skills share.

Experience
• Time served apprenticeship or minimum 3 years’ experience
• Knowledge of working with PTFE a distinct advantage
• CMM experience would be an advantage
• Continuous improvement

Education and Qualifications
• HNC/HND in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering preferred