Highly Skilled Machinist

2 weeks ago


Pitstone, United Kingdom Safran Electrical & Power Full time

About the Job

This role involves the machining of parts for use in electrical motors and generators. The ideal candidate would possess prior experience of working within a machining environment using CNC turning, grinding, and drilling skills while working to tight tolerances.

Key Responsibilities

  • Able to use a multitude of hand tools including screwdrivers, pliers, cutters, torque wrenches, jigs, fixtures, pneumatic tools, and other manual hand tools.
  • Able to operate some machinery such as winding machines, hydraulic presses, lathes, etc.
  • Carry out grinding and operate an NC-controlled machine.
  • Must be competent reading engineering drawings, layouts, engineering work instructions, associated documentation, and working to operations route card travelers. Support will be given to candidates unfamiliar with our winding diagrams.
  • Can measure own work.
  • Can self-inspect products using bench electrical equipment, measuring equipment, and mechanical equipment. Product-specific training will be given as required.
  • Ability to diagnose and repair product faults.
  • Work within Quality Management System ISO 9001/AS9100 standards. Previous awareness advantageous but not essential as training will be given.
  • Soldering and Brazing experience advantageous but not essential as training will be given.

Requirements and Skills

  • Demonstrated ability to grind and operate relevant machinery.
  • Milling and manual turning experience preferable.
  • Some CNC capability desirable.
  • Experience of working within a high-quality control/compliance environment.
  • Ability to manually handle products weighing up to 25kg using lifting aids where appropriate.
  • Good observational skills and a keen eye for detail.
  • Good manual dexterity.
  • A flexible approach and a willingness to learn additional manufacturing skills.
  • Working knowledge of some PC operations (i.e., Windows, Email, digital document access).
  • Previous interactions with SAP or equivalent ERP system preferred.
  • Experience of working within a team and able to work on own as required.

Working Arrangements

Working hours: 08:00 to 16:45 Monday to Thursday, 08:00 to 12:00 Friday. From time to time, the successful candidate may be required by the Company to perform other tasks, which are not included in the above description, but are within the capabilities of the individual, and where necessary, training will be given.



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