Machinist

Chester   £28,000 - £32,000   Engineering

So, what will the role of Multi-Skilled Machinist entail?

Reporting to the Machine Shop Cell Leader, as a Multi-Skilled Machinist you’ll be responsible for the operation of various conventional and CNC Machine tools. Your responsibilities and duties will include, although not be limited to:

• Setting and operating various machine tools, including, CNC lathes, CNC milling machines, pedestal drills, radial arm drill, bench & surface grinders
• Setting up machines for production operatives in a safe and efficient manner
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
• Highlighting and communicating issues that may arise and implementing corrective actions that have been issued
• Ensuring job clocking / worksheets are completed as required
• Ensuring that health, safety and quality standards are complied with

What will I need to be considered for this Multi-Skilled Machinist vacancy?

• Proven experience as a Multi-Skilled Machinist within an engineering company
• Time served recognised apprenticeship
• Good knowledge of machine tools, including lathes, milling machines, pedestal drills, radial arm drill, bench & surface grinders
• Experienced CNC programmer setter / operator, with a recognised qualification in CNC programming
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Ability to measure accurately and work to within +/- 0.025mm
• Fully conversant in the use of inspection equipment
• Ability to plan method of work including tooling, jigs and fixtures etc.
• Flexible attitude and willingness to learn
• Excellent time management skills

The following experience and qualifications would be advantageous, but not essential;

• Experience with 4 axis milling machine programming and setting
• Ability to competently use motorised workplace transport and overhead gantry cranes
• Knowledge of ONECNC programming software
• Experience of CNC milling machines, Fanuc 18-t series, and HAAS machinery

What will I receive in return?

Salary: £29,812 including shift premium allowance

Additional Benefits: 4 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays, contributory pension scheme following successful probation period, cycle to work and childcare voucher schemes, and free car parking.

Hours of Work: Monday to Thursday on a rotational shift pattern, covering 5am to 2pm and 2pm to 11pm

Contracted Hours: 36 hours per week