CNC Setter / Operator

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Job Title: CNC Setter / Operator

Location: Whitstable, Kent

Salary: up to £40,000

Hours: WEEK 1: Monday to Friday 6am-2pm / WEEK 2: Monday to Thursday 2pm-10.30pm / Friday 2pm-7.30pm

Our Client:

A renowned manufacturer at the forefront of innovation, specialising in cutting-edge solutions for various industries. Their commitment to advanced technology, quality, and customer satisfaction has earned them a reputation as a leader in their field.

Role Summary:

As a CNC Setter/Operator, you will play a vital role in our client's production process. Working with state-of-the-art CNC machinery, you will be responsible for setting up and operating machines to manufacture high-quality components with precision and efficiency. Your expertise in CNC setting and operating will be essential in delivering exceptional results.

Benefits:

25 days annual leave + bank holidays, increasing with length of service
Closed bank holidays (if required to work bank holidays are paid at double time)
Cycle to work scheme
Quarterly bonus based on company performance
Employee discount on Dell PCs
Employee Assistance Programme - 24-hour telephone line, counselling, financial support and much more!
Group life assurance scheme
Group income protection scheme
Matched pension contribution up to 6%
Salary sacrifice scheme on your pension
Earn extra mile vouchers
Overtime paid at a premium
On site part subsidised canteen
Free on site parking
Free sight test vouchers and prescribed safety glasses if required
Yearly occupational health assessments
Yearly pay reviews
Career progressionKey responsibilities within your new role would be to:

Set and operate CNC multi-tasking lathes to manufacture components from raw materials.
Ensure products are to the highest quality before being sent to the assembly line.
Produce small to medium size components in a timely manner,
Inspect work to engineers drawings using various measuring equipment.
Report and quality defects to the machine shop supervisor.
Complete daily, weekly and monthly maintenance checks on the machines.
Maintain good housekeeping and report any issues promptly.
Optimise efficiencies through reduced set-up and cycle times, plus tool life and monitoring.
De-burring, cleaning and final inspection of products.
Completing all required paperwork to ensure tractability.
Carry out other duties as requested. Experience and skills required for this position:

Knowledge of operating CNC machine tools.
Experience of setting and operating CNC lathes, with a minimum of 4 axis.
Experience of reading and editing faunc programs.
Experience within a low batch component manufacturing industry.
The ability to read and understand technical drawings.
Be able to use a range of measuring equipment to ensure the accuracy against the drawing.
The ability to perform repetitive tasks over a long period of time.
Knowledge of operating twin spindle machines would be advantageous.
The ability to work to AS9100 aerospace quality standards would be advantageous. Next steps:

If this sounds like the ideal position for you and you have the experience outlined above, then please apply and you will be contacted by a member of our team if your CV matches our requirements.

If you would like any further information before applying, then please call Ellie (Permanent Consultant) on (phone number removed).

Alternatively, if you know someone who may be suitable for this role please share the details, if you successfully refer a friend you will receive a £50 voucherterms apply.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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