Location
Northampton, Northamptonshire | United Kingdom
Job description
Job Description:
The main duties will be run multiple 5 Axis machines to manufacture Pistons for sports super & hyper car manufacturers. Additionally, you will Set & operate other machines as part of the piston manufacturing process, Read and edit programs as required to perform operations. Conduct quality control checks using a variety of measurement equipment. Inspect and maintain machinery, tooling and equipment to ensure parts produced conform to specification and minimize production downtime.
The Role:
- Set and Operate multiple DMG machines in the piston department.
- Perform Manual manufacturing operations.
- Manufacture/Modify pistons to support internal/external engine development programs.
- Be able to use measuring equipment to ensure component compliance.
- Mentor and instruct Juniors & apprentices to perform manufacturing operation.
- Be committed to continuous improvement and suggest improvements regarding methods, processes, and tooling. Fulfill any other reasonable requirement consistent with departmental objectives
- Keep working area clean and tidy.
- In addition to the above, fulfill any other reasonable requirement consistent with departmental objectives.
- Consider the health and safety, environmental and energy impact of all activities.
- Support the Company’s compliance with the Data Protection Act 2018, following policy and best practice.
Candidate Profile:
- Ability to read, interpret and communicate technical information.
- Be conversant with machine Code, Heidenhain 530I & 640 preferred
- Ability to use Fanuc based machines such as Hitachi Seiki and Matsuura advantageous but not essential.
- Ability to problem solve and see errors in NC code.
- Basic numerical and computer skills.
- Effective communicator both verbal and written.
- Committed and enthusiastic.
- Automotive engineering experience/background .
You will be contracted to 39 hours per week.
Early shift:
Monday to Thursday - 06:00am to 14:00pm
Friday - 06:00am to 13:00pm
Late shift:
Monday to Thursday - 14:00pm to 22:00pm
Friday - 13:00pm to 20:00pm
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