CNC Machinist Operator

2 months ago

Chelmsford, United Kingdom Retrack Personnel Holdings Limited Full time
CNC Setter and Operator Job Description

Retrack Personnel Holdings Limited is seeking a skilled CNC Setter and Operator to join our team in Chelmsford.

Job Summary

We are looking for a highly experienced CNC Setter and Operator to work with our production team. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining our computer numeric controlled (CNC) machines.

Key Responsibilities
  • Set up and operate CNC Machining/Turning centres and Cutting Tools to produce quality parts and tools in line with customer requirements and specifications.
  • Support production engineers and machinists by setting up new tools and creating datum reference points to ensure smooth running of the machine.
  • Oversee machinery setup to ensure it is safe and ready to handle its assigned load.
  • Run artefacts in response to tool breakages, interpret, and understand kinematics.
  • Raise Engineering Change Requests (ECRs).
  • Safely load and unload raw materials into the CNC machines.
  • Cut, drill, or mill materials in the machine.
  • Identify solutions for process improvement, including adjustments to speed, tool paths, cut, and other factors.
  • Perform work by following the company's operating standards, procedures, and instructions from shift leads/shift manager.
  • Regularly inspect machines for mechanical and safety issues.
  • Perform preventative and regular maintenance on machines, equipment, and tools.
  • Ensure machines remain well-stocked to minimize interruptions to service.
  • Examine machinery production output to verify the product is acceptable for the next stage of the production process.
  • Isolate and potentially quarantine any piece that may not conform to customer specifications and report accordingly.
  • Escalate any issues with NC tool paths to the responsible CAM programmer/Line manager.
  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
  • Perform manual and/or hand finishing of machined components.
  • Support 'goods out' by packaging machined components ready for dispatch.
  • Comply with quality standards and customer specifications by setting gauges and utilizing manual measuring instruments appropriately.
  • Troubleshoot problems during production processes to ensure adherence to quality standards.
  • Ensure the correct tooling is available to complete scheduled jobs and plan proactively for the next job.
  • Comply with health, safety, and environmental procedures.
Requirements
  • Engineering background operating CNC machines, ideally producing metal components.
  • Experience with CNC turning using Mitsubishi interfaces and DMG turning centres.
  • Experience using Siemens and/or Mazatrol interfaces and DMG and/or MAZAK machine tools.
  • Experience reading engineering drawings/blueprints and working to extremely tight tolerances, familiar with using standard measuring equipment and applying the necessary skills to self-inspect and work closely with QC.
  • Experience in geometric tolerancing and dimensioning.
  • Experience in on-machine programming.
  • Practical knowledge of measuring tools, equipment, and concepts, understanding of the correct tooling for the correct job and the benefits of such practices.
  • Solid understanding of machining parameters, able to confidently diagnose production issues and work alongside CAM Programmers to rectify those issues as efficiently as possible.
  • Experience of 5-axis Machining and the production process.
Salary and Location

The salary for this role is £37.6k, and the location is Chelmsford.

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