Purpose: To produce machined parts to the highest standard in order to ensure quality of production is maintained prior to inspection.
Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
- To check all drawings and material specs for issues or problems prior to the production process in order to aid the flow of production;
- To prepare machine and job set-up in line with Company procedures so that Quality standards are maintained throughout the process;
- To carry out machining procedures as directed and to individual capability level in line with associated drawings;
- Ensuring quality is of the highest standard by taking responsibility for the end result, so as to ensure internal and external customer staisfaction;
- To carry out effective handover of parts to the Pattern Makers and to act as their mentor for the fiishing part of the process;
- To carry out any cutting and bonding, and/or flatting and sealing procedures as directed and as necessary to meet the needs of the business;
- To be responsible for the maintenance of assigned machines to include oil levels, filter cleaning, cleanliness so as to ensure they operate effectively and breakdowns are avoided;
- To be responsible for own work area, ensuringit is kept tidy and free form debris at all times.
- To ensure that all documentation is filled out appropriately;
- To contribute towards continuous improvements in processes and working practice, in order to maximise the Company's use of resources.
Personal Qualities and Experience
To have experience with:
- A good level of 5 and 3 axis CNC machine operating and programming experience and understanding;
- A good level of preparation work to include tooling, block bonding and cutting;
- A good understanding of tools and materials used within the mchining environment;
- A good standard of general education;
- The ability to read and understand a variety of technical drawings;
- Excellent time management, personal organisational skills and self-motivation;
- Ability to work flexibly and to manage conflicting and changing priorities;
- A responsible attitude;
- Good people skills for building relationships with colleagues at all levels;
- The ability to plan and prioritise;
- Accuracy with record keeping;
- Good time management and personal organisational skills;
- The ability to recognise when a problem should be escalated;
- A flexible approach to extended hours during busy periods;
Competencies:
Results driven you demonstrate a passion and excitement for your work; tackling problems head on always looking for resolutions.
Focus on excellence you are willing to go the extra mile to exceed expectations; continually searching for ways to add value.
Excellent teamwork and collaboration you work for the benefit of internal and external customers, suppliers and the wider team; proactively building knowledge through sharing ideas and expertise with others.
Customer Focused you are dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of your internal and external customers.
Communication You clearly communicate ideas, plans and priorities to others; making good communication a priority so there are no surprises.
Operational Excellence You plan and organise work to safely achieve maximum efficiency and output; delivering results consistently.
Adaptability You learn quickly and adapt positively to changing business and customer demands; energised by change.
This is a great opportunity to join a reputable company that is passionate about what we create and what we achieve; growing rapidly in a niche and exciting industry. We offer a great deal of job satisfaction and security with a competitive salary package in a supportive environment.