Employment Solutions are pleased to be recruiting for one of our large clients who are a market leader in the manufacture, process and supply of plastic, insulation and rubber products to industry. With two strategically placed locations in the north-west of England, we are ideally positioned to service customers throughout the UK, Europe and worldwide.
We are currently recruiting for a CNC wood machinist Production Operative to join the team at the Heywood branch. Your role will involve providing support to the Production Manager by undertaking a number of daily organisational tasks as detailed below.
Key Responsibilities
Undertaking work orders generated by the internal sales teams.
Working in a production/manufacturing environment to deadlines. Working on your own initiative and also to work effectively as part of a team.
Working to datum point X, Y, Z. To set up flatbed router machines for both 2D and 5 axis capabilities.
Work with Xilog - programming & edit existing programs. Setting up tools & drills length and diameter.
First inspection sign off, using measuring equipment to check parts are correct.
Understand speeds & feeds to ensure high quality and efficient timings for different materials and items.
Machine simple & complex parts to technical drawings
Listen for unusual sounds or detect excessive vibration to pre-empt problems
Ensure that machined products meet industry standard tolerances and / or specific drawing tolerances.
Using hand tools to trim and deburr finished parts.
Manage your tooling library including sharpening / regrinding each week & to repair / replace damaged tooling.
Recycling of material when appropriate to do so.
Display excellent health and safety awareness.
Proven setting and operating experience with SCM, Biesse, Homag or similar flatbed routers (wood working machines) would be an advantage.
Demonstrate excellent attention to detail.
Show strong communication skills, decision making, and time management.
Have strong numerical and IT skills.
Have a willingness to learn.
Have experience working in a production/manufacturing environment (preferred but not essential).The Benefits:
Access to a company funded Employee Assistance Programme.
Access to a Bike 2 Work scheme.
Bi-annual performance reviews, including salary increase and bonus considerations.
On-site parking.
Flexible working arrangements available if required and where feasible.
Additional holidays over 28 day entitlement.
Enrolment in company pension.Competitive salary of £29k to £32k with working hours of Monday to Thursday 7am till 4pm and Friday 7am till 3pm
If you would like further information, please contact Sue Boardman at Employment Solutions on (phone number removed) or email - (url removed)