Job Title: CNC Setter/Operator
Department: Machine Shop
Hours: Monday to Friday
Reports To: Machine Shop Manager
Location: Stansted
Job Purpose:
To set up and operate CNC machines ensuring all throughput meets quality technical requirements and timelines.
Main Responsibilities and Duties:
• Programming: Program machines as required based on technical information provided.
• Setup: Set up the necessary tooling to produce parts.
• FirstOffs: Conduct firstoff inspections to ensure parts meet quality and technical specifications.
• Batch Runs: Operate machines to produce product batches according to technical requirements.
• Quality Checks: Verify dimensions before passing parts for inspection.
• Health and Safety: Adhere to health and safety requirements.
• Compliance: Comply with quality and regulatory standards.
• Additional Duties: Perform any other tasks within your capabilities as directed by the company.
Experience and Skills Required:
• CNC Operation: Proven experience in a CNC Setter/Operator role using 3/4/5 axis machines.
• MultiPallet Experience: Experience with multipallet systems.
• Software Proficiency: Essential experience with Heidenhain Hurcos and Mazatrol systems.
• Aerospace Experience: Previous aerospace experience is advantageous.
• Technical Skills: Must be able to program set and operate machines.
• Drawing Interpretation: Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Precision: Capability to work to tight tolerances.
• Measuring Equipment: Proficient in using measuring equipment such as vernier calipers and bore micrometers.
• Heavy Equipment Handling: Capable of using equipment to load heavy billets.
• Safety Conscious: Strong focus on maintaining a safe working environment.
• Attention to Detail: High level of attention to detail.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively with others.