Gear Machinist

Our client specializes in manufacturing different gearing systems, The role will operating various machines to produce conforming product. Aid the set up and preparation of materials and tooling for upcoming jobs, working from engineering drawings to produce precision spec components for clients in the aerospace and automotive industry.

Key Responsibilities

Undertaking machine setups in accordance with detailed product operation requirements, as well as selection and loading of relevant program for gear cutting.
Checking that the product loading and clamping is correct and secure.
Aid / Change machine settings from one job to another within a set time frame.
Gear cutting and application of appropriate deburring in accordance with the design specifications.
Ability to read and understand drawings.
Able to use micrometres, verniers and other inspection equipment to check work to drawing dimensions and validation sheets.
Setting and running multiple machines when the component and/or batch sizes allow.
Meet desired quantities, conducting in-process inspection and checking against drawings and specifications to ensure they are made accurately and to the highest standards.
Deal with technical queries where possible, as and when required.
Support colleagues by assisting with other duties when required, to aid the smooth running of the Company.
Work in accordance with the quality system and processes of the Company.

Skills and Qualifications/experience:

3 – 5 years’ relevant experience in a similar industry/role.
The ability to use a range of measuring equipment.
Good math and technical skills.
Knowledge and experience of systematic problem solving.
Be proactive and a great team player.
To be a quick learner and adaptable to change.
Have excellent attention to detail.
Be able to work effectively and efficiently.

Benefits

33 days annual holiday (including bank and public holidays)
salary exchange pension scheme; 3.5% employer contribution after 3 months; 5% employee contribution
Group life cover: 3x current basic annual salary
Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
Cycle scheme: subject to scheme eligibility