Cnc Programmer

Opus Vitae are currently recruiting for a CNC Setter to join a client based in Newtown. The successful individual will be responsible for setting & operating CNC machinery to manufacture components accurately & efficiently.

38hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

* Set and adjust tooling, work holding, offsets, speeds, feeds and cutting parameters.

* Load and verify existing CNC programs, making controlled edits within your competence and seeking programming support where required.

* Monitor machine cycles and maintain efficient production rates.

* Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and production instructions.

* Use precision measuring equipment including micrometres, verniers, bore gauges, height gauges and thread gauges.

* Report machine faults, tooling problems and production delays promptly.

Desirable qualities

* Contribute to creating, modifying and optimising CNC programs using G-code, Mazatrol or offline CAD/CAM.

* Experience with Swiss-type or multi-channel programming is welcomed, including synchronisation, hand-offs, main-to-sub spindle transfers and back-working.

* City & Guilds, NVQ, BTEC, Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in CNC Machining or Engineering.

Skills and Experience

* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and tolerances.

* Previous experience setting and operating CNC turning machines.

* Good understanding of cutting tools, workholding, tool selection and machining parameters.

* Competent in the use of precision measuring and inspection equipment.

* Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed