CNC Setter

Contamac manufacture polymers for contact and intraocular lenses (used in cataract surgery) and are based in Saffron Walden.

We are recruiting for CNC Setter / Operator and although full training is given, experience of CNC setting and operating and the use of Fanuc controls in a manufacturing environment are required. Knowledge of using CAD / Cam packages would also be an advantage. The role involves setting and operating lathes, maintain machine tolerances following good manufacturing practices and health and safety protocols.

You must be reliable, enthusiastic, flexible and a strong team player. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.

We are the world’s largest supplier of contact and intraocular lens materials with two Queen's Awards for Enterprise - for International Trade and Innovation. Knowing that our products change people’s lives by improving their vision is truly rewarding.

Maximum of 45-minute commute from Saffron Walden.

**Shift Pattern**: 12 hours per day - 4 days on / 4 days off

**Role Objective**
- To edit, set and operate CNC twin spindle lathes
- To deliver production and quality targets

**Accountability**
- Reports directly to the Operations Manager

**Knowledge & Experience**

Essential
- CNC setting and operating experience within a manufacturing environment
- Competent to operate Fanuc controls
- Commutable daily to Saffron Walden, Essex.

Advantageous
- Knowledge of CAD/CAM packages

**Role Function**
- Set and operate CNC Lathes accurately to ensure repeatability
- Prove out new jobs
- Edit machine offsets
- Maintain machine tolerances
- Interpret engineering drawings
- Produce CAD documentation to meet specifications
- Meet production delivery schedules and quality standards
- Operate Fanuc controls
- Quality inspection
- Follow good manufacturing practice and health and safety protocols

**Person Specification**
- Ability to work as part of a team and show flexibility
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Good problem solving skills
- Organised and methodical, with excellent attention to detail
- Good time keeping

**Benefits**
- Salary**: C£39,000 - £44,000 DOE, including shift allowance
- Per Hour: £19.48-£21.98
- Pension: 5% company contribution
- DIS: Death In Service Life Assurance = 4 x salary
- Parking: Free, onsite
- Training and Development
- Company Social Events
- Electric Vehicle Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £39,000.00-£44,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- 12 hour shift
- Day shift

Application question(s):

- Are you with a 45-minute commute of Saffron Walden?

**Experience**:

- CNC setting and operating: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: CNC-Op-Set-FT-Shift-07.2022