CNC Milling Machinist

Shipley
4 weeks ago
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Are you an experienced CNC Miller?

Are you looking for a role where you can grow and develop your skills?

If yes, this is the role for you!

Our client has an outstanding reputation for innovative technologies and delivering first-class quality assemblies and critical components for a number of industries including aerospace.

Due to growth and increased orders, they are now looking to recruit a CNC Miller for a weekday night shift, based at their manufacturing site in Shipley, West Yorkshire.

Our client is looking for a CNC Miller, there will be an opportunity to upskill to become a multi-skilled CNC Machinist.

The purpose of the role will be to machine precision components to specification ensuring a 'right first time' approach to exceed customer expectations.

What's in it for you?

  • £40,560 per annum DOE inc of shift allowance for nights

  • Permanent

  • 40 hours per week, flexible start and finish between 4:30pm/5:30am over Monday to Thursday.

  • 32 days holiday, inclusive of public holidays, pro rata

  • Free Parking

  • Uniform

    The Role

  • Working from drawings and instructions to machine first off's

  • Setting and operating a range of DMG Mori Seiki machines, with Fanuc, Siemens and Heidenhain controls

  • Quality checking parts using Mitutoyo CMM

  • Contributing to lean manufacturing and delivering operational efficiencies within their cell

  • Reporting any non-conformance and support the quality department when investigating the root cause

  • Working on batches of 50-110 plus

  • Working to tight tolerances (Microns)

  • Machining Aluminium, Inconel, Titanium and Steel

    The Candidate

  • You will hold an Engineering Qualification and have significant experience in CNC Machining

  • Ability to work from Engineering drawings

  • Passionate about working to 'right first time' standards

  • Experience of CNC milling

  • Ability to work in a positive/collaborative culture where continuous improvement is paramount.

    For an immediate interview, apply today

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