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CNC Technician - Lates

Leighton Buzzard
1 month ago
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Are you ready to take your CNC machining skills to new heights? We are seeking a talented CNC Machinist to join our dynamic team in the aerospace industry! If you have a passion for precision engineering and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!

What You'll Do:

As a CNC Machinist, you will play a crucial role in our Hi-Tech machine shop, where you will be responsible for preparing and proving out both basic and complex programmes. You'll operate production runs that contribute to our cutting-edge aircraft interiors.

Summary:

Start date: ASAP
Duration: 6 months with potential to be extended or made permanent
Location: Leighton Buzzard
Pay Rate: £28.80 per hour
Hours: Mon-Thurs 15.00 - midnight and Fri: 12.00 - 17.00
*** OVERTIME AVAILABLE ***Duties Include:

Setting up a wide range of Fanuc controlled CNC milling and turning machinery to produce a variety of component parts, ranging from basic to complex, for low batch high mix production runs.
Creating or editing CNC programmes using G & M code instruction.
Operating machines to produce production runs of parts according to the daily production plan.
Conducting self-inspection of repeat work using the appropriate inspection equipment.
Performing regular Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) on the machinery.
Reporting production issues and defects to the Team Lead and production engineering team.
Supporting the implementation of Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase production efficiency.
Monitoring and documenting operational performance and providing feedback to the Team Lead.Requirements:

City and Guilds CNC/NC qualifications or relevant experience in CNC machining in a precision engineering environment.
Strong background in the use of various CNC Milling and/or Turning machinery.
Good understanding of Fanuc control systems.
Extensive knowledge of machine tooling and inspection measuring equipment.
Attention to detail and the ability to produce components to a high quality standard.
Ability to read and understand complex engineering drawings and data.If you're ready to embark on this exciting journey with us, don't hesitate! Apply today and take the next step in your CNC machining career!

If you do not hear back after 5 working days, please assume that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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