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Cnc Setter Operator

Pontypool
4 days ago
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CNC Operator Setter

Pontypool

Permanent

Job description

Recruitment Solutions Workforce are currently recruiting CNC Machinists with experience within the automotive / aerospace / manufacturing sectors to join our client's team.

Attractive rates of pay offered. Increased rates of pay are available for the right candidates depending on skills set /experience.

Skills/Experience:

  • Previous experience of setting CNC milling machines is essential

  • Knowledge of CNC metal cutting and boring

  • Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances

  • Ability to problem solves any technical issues arising in machining cells.

  • Previous experience in a manufacturing / aerospace / automotive industry

  • Experience in working in a medium/high volume production environment

  • Understanding of quality systems and completing quality checks/gauging

  • Attention to detail is essential

  • Able to work with minimal supervision.

    Duties:

  • Carry out setting requirements and changeovers for various machining cells including tooling, fixture changes and ensuring raw material availability for the run

  • Ensuring machines are set up efficiently for production and/or product run minimising downtime 1st off checks are completed.

  • Operate CNC milling machines and provide support to others when not setting.

  • Responsible for monitoring product quality via visual inspection and/or via gauge measurement

  • Monitor and record production output vs target and record any downtime and rejects

  • Carry out daily machining checks

  • Always maintaining a safe and clean working environment

  • Participate in continuous improvement activities to improve productivity, quality and machine availability

    Shift Patterns are dependent on demand

    Monday till Friday 37hrs per week -

    The below will be a requirement in busy periods

    6am-2pm

    2pm-10pm

    10pm-6am

    Hourly rate and competency will be assessed at interview stage and can range from £16.80 to £21.06 depending on grade and shift

    Negotiable depending on experience

    Some of the benefits you will receive

    33 days Holidays-inclusive of bank Holiday

    Free car parking

    Free tea and coffee

    Pension

    Shorter shift Friday

    By applying you're giving consent for Recruitment Solutions Workforce Ltd, to contact you regarding this job and other vacancies we're recruiting for.

    Recruitment Solutions Workforce Limited offers the services of an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Pay: Up to £21.06 per hour

    Benefits:

  • Company pension

  • Free parking

  • On-site parking

    Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

    Education:

  • GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

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