Our Client based just outside Bedford, is seeking a permanent CNC Programmer
Terms
the position is permanent, based on 40hrs per week
salary based on experience, knowledge, and competence.
access to the company contribution pension scheme
22 days annual holiday, rising 1 day per year, up to a maximum 25 days per annum.
CNC Programmer Main purpose:
The main purpose of the role is to produce machined items of tooling, utilising various metal machining centres, whilst operating independently. Although the role predominates around the automotive sector, it will also encompass industrial engineering projects from other business sectors, such as logistics and agriculture.
Key Responsibilities:
inputting product designs into CNC machining centres
programming, setting and operating milling and turning centres
programming, setting and operating CNC machining centres
selecting and loading suitable cutting tools to optimise time and cost
producing small batch quantities of mechanical tooling items, to drawing specifications
performing quality checks on WIP and finished goods
producing parts within an acceptable timescale, as agreed with the line manager
mechanical assembly of tooling, within a defined timescale
have the ability to resolve any problems identified
be flexible with respect to daily tasks and responsibilities
have an awareness and responsibility towards health and safety and work in a manner that keeps you and those around you safe
maintaining a clean and tidy work area
CNC Programmer Experience and Qualifications
ideally be time served / completed apprenticeship as a miller and/or turner
previous experience of working in a machine shop environment
extensive experience with computer modelling software
strong attention to detail
an ability to read and interpret 2D drawings
an ability to use Auto CAD/Fusion 360
an ability to work with other disciplines in workshop
the development of new skills both in and outside of your core discipline
good communicational (oral, reading and writing) skills.
an ability to analyse/problem-solve, as issues arise
The successful candidate will be self-motivated, a team player and an experienced machinist, who will also have the skills and ability to use a multiple of disciplines to successfully produce quality, machined items. Ideally, you will be apprenticeship trained and will be fully competent in safely working from technical drawings to the highest standards of workmanship, cleanliness and within the agreed timescales.
Please submit your CV if this is something of interest, alternatively please call Eddie or Kim on 01582-526491.