Fast Make Milling or Turning Programmer/Setter/Operator

Location

Romford, Greater London | United Kingdom

Job description

Fast Make Milling or Turning Programmer/Setter/Operator

We are looking for a self-motivated individual with precision manufacturing engineering experience and knowledge of aerospace practices and principles. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing manufacturing processes for new products, and generating CNC Part Programmes for 3, 4 and 5 Axis Machine Tools.

Key responsibilities

• Develop processes and methods to meet manufacturing requirements ensuring lowest cost and highest quality.
• Preparation of CNC Programmes from planned processes:
• development of tool definition;
• creation of setup sheets and tooling plans;
• proving of Programmes into production.
• Own the configuration of all supporting process elements including tooling, gauges, test equipment, work holding and CNC programmes.
• Responsible to ensure that projects undertaken fall within budget and allocated timescale.

What are we looking for?

• Proficient use of CAD/CAM Software to generate 3D Models and production of CNC Programmes (GibbsCAM preferred).
• Highly capable in machine tool and cutting tool specification and application.
• Understanding of and ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Previous use and experience of SOLIDWORKS (advantageous).
• Knowledge of precision engineering processes including general machining (milling and turning).
• An understanding of NC Programs is required for a programming role, offline programming required.
• ONC / HND production Engineering or relevant equivalent Mechanical Engineering qualification or having completed a manufacturing apprenticeship.
• Experience in a Manufacturing / Production role within a medium / large precision engineering organisation, ideally within the aerospace sector.
• Strong problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to implement containment quickly and get to the root cause, preventing reoccurrence.
• Strong communication skills across all levels.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

An attractive range of benefits are also available in addition to this great opportunity to join an established and well-respected sub-contract engineering company.

Job tags

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