CNC Machinist – Operator/Setter
Location: Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
Time Type: Full time
Posted On: Posted 2 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID: R0000279922
Salary: £16.28 per hour
Hours of Work: 07:30am – 17:15pm Monday to Thursday
Reporting Manager: Keith Whiteley
Career Area: Operations
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The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent CNC Machinist, reporting to the Machining & Salvage department Team Leader. Duties include milling, turning, grinding, as well as vertical and horizontal boring. You must be confident in reading and working from engineering drawings and using measuring equipment, including Vernier calipers and micrometers. The role will support our drive to develop salvage capabilities and technology generating cost-saving benefits.
What You Will Do:
* Conform to all Health, Safety and Environmental Procedures.
* Operate, set and programme CNC machines.
* Set CNC machine tools, including Re-tip and DTI checking.
* Operate manual Lathes and Milling machines.
* Change, balance and test grinding wheels (training will be given).
* Inspect own work including visual of 1st off inspection.
* Use measuring equipment; Micrometres / Vernier callipers.
* Backup CNC programmes.
* Responsible for training new operators.
* Work with other areas to develop improvements and savings.
* Carry out operator performed maintenance and 5S activity as required.
What You Will Have:
Essential:
* Previous experience in CNC operations and programming.
* Ability to read technical drawings and develop concepts from discussion.
* Development of tooling.
* Assist with purchasing machine tools, tool design, and fixtures.
* Assist service engineers for machines.
* Problem solving to introduce new products.
* Excellent planning and organisational skills.
* Ability to prioritise workload to meet changing needs within the team.
* High standards and attention to detail.
* Ability to contribute to cost-effective solutions and savings.
* Self-motivated and team player.
* Ability to use own initiative and to work unsupervised.
* Willingness and enthusiasm to succeed.
* Safe working standards in line with procedures.
Desirable:
* Supporting CNC qualifications would be advantageous.
* Machining Apprenticeship.
* Large Component Grinding Experience.
Note: The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.
Posting Dates: October 30, 2024 - November 13, 2024
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).
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