Machining Centre Operative

5 days ago


South Shields, United Kingdom British Engines Full time

As a Machining Centre Operative, you will play a key role in operating large CNC machine tools, ensuring production requirements are met efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

**What you'll be doing**
- Operate CNC machines/work centres safely and in line with current health, safety, and environmental requirements.
- Work as an integral member of the machine shop team, liaising closely with production control, engineering, maintenance, and quality departments.
- Ensure all machining is performed to precise engineering drawings and specifications, maintaining quality at every stage.
- Edit and modify CNC programs as required.
- Accurately record work undertaken using the shop floor computer system and ensure all activity aligns with production schedules and standard hours.
- Select the appropriate drawings and calibrated inspection equipment to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Support the training and development of apprentices and trainees within the team.
- Demonstrate a proactive, positive approach to Health & Safety by working safely and following company policies.
- Carry out any additional duties as may reasonably be expected to support the success of the team and the business.

**Who we're looking for**

If you are a time served (or hold equivalent engineering qualifications) and have solid experience in CNC machining, milling, and turning we'd love to hear from you

Experience with CNC mill/turn machinery and 5-axis machining is highly advantageous.

You will be able to confidently read and interpret complex engineering drawings, ensuring accuracy in every task. You should be competent in self-inspection, using a variety of measuring instruments to maintain the highest standards of quality.

We ask that you have strong communication skills and you work just as well independently as you do within a team. We also ask that you are highly motivated, adaptable and bring a positive attitude to your work. Flexibility and a willingness to contribute to the overall success of the department are also important qualities you possess.

**Benefits**
- Wellbeing app (Employee Assistance Program)
- Holiday buy & sell
- Car scheme
- Competitive pay
- Enhanced pension
- Training & development

The role is based on a 37-hour working week operating on a three-shift pattern.



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