CNC Programmer/ Operator ( Miller)

CNC Miller Programmer/ Operator- ( Fanuc) with experience of manufacturing components in Stainless Steel / Aluminium required ASAP for a permanent role in Knutsford / Warrington Area. Salary is £23,800 – ( £29,750 inclusive of 25% shift uplift, salary dependent on experience and qualifications). The basic working week is 40 hours/week (Mon – Fri double days – 6am-2pm & 2:30pm-10:30pm) plus possible O/T.

Job Purpose: To effectively produce machine components to the required quality and timescale and in accordance with the job specification/drawing and works order.

The successful CNC Miller Programmer/ Operator day to day duties will include:

• Prioritise, in accordance with Team Leader’s instructions and work in progress requirements, works orders received from the Cutting Room
• Ensure material received is to specification. Refer any inaccuracies to the Team Leader.
• Identify and load the appropriate programme for the specific job, referring to the Pro-Engineer report. If no programme exists or a program error has occurred report to the Team Leader
• Manufacture components to production deadlines ensuring the CNC / manual machines are operated safely and that the appropriate checks have been carried out
• Ensure that the completed component is checked against the specification, is de-burred and engraved and blasted as required
• Manufacture jigs and fixtures to aid the machining of components
• Follow the machine maintenance schedule; respond appropriately and quickly to machine alarms.
• Report any faults with the machine to the Team Leader
• Carry out weekly 5S audits on area as requested by Team Leader
• Deal professionally, competently and courteously with customers, suppliers and colleagues in problems and offer advice with verbal and written communications

To be suitable for this CNC Miller Programmer/ Operator role you must have the following experience / characteristics:

• Must have previous experience of setting / operating Fanuc controlled CNC milling machines
• Must have previous experience of using manual milling machine.
• Ideally be a time served or completed relevant apprenticeship as a CNC / Manual machinist.
• Must have undertaken formal training in CNC setting and operation.
• Highly motivated and keen to succeed.

To be more suitable for this CNC Miller Programmer/ Operator role it would be more advantageous if you have the following skills / experience:

• Ideally will have attended programming courses run by machine manufacturers.
• Programming experience.
• Relevant qualifications in manual machining / CNC machining.
• Previous experience of manufacturing stainless steel / aluminium parts.
• Previous experience of using Hitachi Seiki HiCells C.N.C machines.

Key Words: C.N.C, 3-5 Axis, Miller, CNC, Milling, Machine Setter, C N C, Machine Operator, Computer Numerical Controls, C.N.C, Machinist, Machine Programmer, Turning, Lathe, Fanuc, Turner, Hitachi Seiki HiCells, Warrington, Knutsford, Cheshire

The successful CNC Miller Programmer/ Operator will need to be flexible and be able to work overtime with little notice. Will have previous experience of working in a busy manufacturing environment, you will have a standard-level education, have the relevant qualifications or experience, be punctual, conscientious, keen and have a practical approach to work.

If you are interested in the CNC Miller Programmer/ Operator role and have the required experience please click on the apply now button.

Alternatively, call Eddie at GPW Recruitment on 01744 454300 or e-mail eddie.davies@gpwrecruitment.co.uk.