Metal Model Technician

3 weeks ago

Bedford, United Kingdom Ceema Recruitment Full time

Metal Model Technician

The successful candidate will be a motivated and talented Metal Model Technician who will work as part of the Design and Manufacture Department and will be a team player who is a confident individual with a positive attitude. Reporting to the Fitting Manager, the ideal candidate will have considerable experience in fitting and assembling tunnel components as well as off-line CNC programming with the drive and commitment to overcome technical problems as soon as they arise.

This is a varied and demanding role involving a number of duties and responsibilities:

Complete off-line CNC programming using Delcam Powermill and Powershape.
Complete online programming using Heidenhein and CNC machine operation ensuring best use of asset capability, minimise material waste and maximise efficiency.
Carry out all aspects of fitting activity (hand working surfaces to remove machine marks, blending component joint lines to remove steps/gaps, fitting precision components, installing pressure tubing and assembling models) as directed.
Ensure that the minimum direct (project) booking requirement is achieved (see above), using correct project booking codes for work completed.
Operate multiple machines when required.
If handover of the work is required, ensure this it carried out effectively and that adequate notes and technical advice are available.
Make recommendations on observations for process improvement techniques and hardware operation.
To undertake such other duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably required within the grade and level of the post.

Desired Skills:

Solid understanding of model manufacturing skills such as EDM wiring and plunge, turning, jig boring, grinding.
Practical knowledge of off-line CNC programming.
Experienced in the effective and efficient bench fitting of components, sub-assemblies and assemblies.
Preferably proficient and experienced Metal Model Maker.
Experience of tightly-toleranced bespoke component manufacture.
A team player, confident and capable of mentoring and coaching less experienced staff.
Flexible and positive attitude, willing to go the extra mile to ensure that project manufacturing schedules are met or exceeded.

The successful candidate must satisfy security clearance requirements - including the last 5 years continual UK residency

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