CNC Machinist – Operator

Description:

The Machinist will manufacture piece parts and sub-assemblies using various machine tools in accordance with laid out specifications/drawings, work instructions and quality procedures. The ideal candidate will be skilled in CNC milling and possess a proven track record to include manual machining.
Main duties will consist of the following:
* Set, program and operate CNC milling or turning machine to machine parts to specifications.
* Manufacture parts and components in a low volume production environment to engineering drawings.
* Manufacture or modify tooling, such as jigs, fixtures and moulds.
* Lay out and verify dimensions of parts, using precision measuring and marking equipment and knowledge of trigonometry.
* Demonstrate ability to achieve times specified on job travellers as indicated by Production Engineering to meet production requirements.
* Demonstrate ability to utilise Epicor (ERP) system for logging work times to maintain booking compliance.
* Active involvement in improving workshop facilities as part of the lean program.
* Support continuous improvement efforts through involvement in structured problem solving and other activities using LEAN concepts.
* Report any accident, near-miss, dangerous occurrence or dangerous condition to their line management in line with procedure.
* Switch off and secure unattended plant or equipment.
* Avoid improvised arrangements and suggest safe ways of eliminating hazards.
* Maintain knowledge of, and comply with, all Health & Safety requirements associated with the role.
Essentials:
* Minimum of 5 years’ experience in engineering with proven experience as a CNC Machine Operator.
* Ability to understand and machine to ISO engineering drawings and ability to work to close tolerances.
* Competence in using measuring equipment e.g., micrometres and Vernier callipers.
* Basic IT skills.
* Good knowledge of 5S principles.
Desirable:
* Time served craft apprenticeship.
* Experience with programming, setting and operating CNC Vertical mills preferably with either: Winmax 5 (Hurco) or Fanuc (Parkson) Controls or experience with programming, setting and operating CNC lathes with either Mazatrol (Mazak) control or Siemens control (Doosan Puma)
Double Days Shift
Monday to Thursday: 06.00 to 14.15
Friday: 06.00 to 12.00
30 minutes’ unpaid daily lunch break taken from 11.30 to 12.00 Monday to Thursday.
No lunch break on Friday.
Late Shift
Monday to Thursday: 14.15 to 22.30
Friday: 12.00 to 18.00
30 minutes’ unpaid daily lunch break taken from 18.00 to 18.30.
No lunch break on Friday.
Why work for us?
* Competitive compensation and benefits packages
* Flexible working scheme
* Excellent training and development opportunities
* Generous annual leave and option to purchase additional holidays
* Contributory pension plan with associated life assurance
* Hybrid working policy for select roles
* Recognition reward schemes
* Healthcare scheme offering cash back on medical services (optician/dental etc.)
* Virtual GP surgery and employee assistance programme
* Cycle-to-work scheme
* Range of employee discounts (including gyms, high street and online retailers)
About the team
Backed by a heritage of over 200 years, Hayward Tyler is a global leader in today’s top performing industrial pumps and motors. We employ 120 people at our UK headquarters in Bedfordshire and have sites in Scotland, India, China and the USA.
Our UK location offers a variety of options to manufacture new, upgrade, or replace existing installed equipment. We supply spare parts for all pumps and motors, including legacy products in all industries to include Oil and Gas, Power, Nuclear, and Water