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CNC Machinist

Bristol
6 days ago
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CNC Machinist

Salary £34,500 (including shift allowance) overtime available, Bristol BS34, 37.5 hours a week Monday to Friday, alternate shift pattern working 06:00-14:00 -14:00-22:00, 25 days + bank holidays, company pension, parking.

Friendly, successful and expanding aerospace engineering company in Bristol are recruiting for a cnc machinist or cnc miller who would report to the production manager.

Responsibilities for the cnc machinist or cnc miller

*Setting up and operating 3-axis cnc milling machines.

*Reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications.

*Selecting appropriate tooling for job.

*Working with quality team to ensure part-conformity and traceability.

*Communicating any equipment needs with Engineering & Quality

managers.

Key Skills required for the cnc machinist or cnc miller

*Minimum 2 years' experience operating cnc machinery

*Setting and operating cnc machines - preferably cnc milling machines

*Ability to read engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances

*Experience of 3 axis milling machining centres preferable but not essential

*Ability to do basic editing cnc programs to suit need if required

*Fanuc experience preferable but not essential

  • Using measuring tools - vernier and calipers

    *Ability to record information and communicate effectively with colleagues

    This Bristol based aerospace company offers the opportunity to work in a stable and friendly environment with a good benefits package and modern working environment.

    Benefits

    Job title: cnc machinist or cnc miller

    Salary: Up to Salary £34,500 + overtime

    Benefits: 25 days + bank holidays, Company pension, Work socials, parking

    Hours: 37.5 hours a week Monday to Friday, alternate shift pattern working 06:00-14:00 -14:00-22:00

    Location: Bristol, BS345TB

    Duration: Permanent

    Please apply for this role through the job board or apply direct to (url removed) or for further information, please call Adam on

    (phone number removed)

    Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

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