CNC Operator

Dover Corporation; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Glasgow is seeking an experienced CNC Operator to set up and operate computer numerically controlled and manual machines. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge in manufacturing processes, have experience with various machine control systems, and maintain strict quality standards. Candidates should have at least 5 years in a lean-manufacturing environment and possess relevant qualifications. This role offers competitive compensation and a collaborative work culture.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Competitive health and welfare offerings

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in a lean-manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Ability to hold tight machining tolerances of less than .0025mm.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC and manual machines.
• Read blueprints and determine machining requirements.
• Perform quality inspections and maintain production standards.

Skills

Manufacturing knowledge

Machining discipline (time served)

Health and Safety awareness

Experience with machine control systems (Fanuc, Mazak, etc.)

Self-motivated

Education

HNC Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Precision inspection equipment (micrometers, calipers, etc.)

Job description

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CNC Operator

Location: Glasgow, GLG, GB

Work Arrangement: Onsite

DOVER PRECISION COMPONENTS:

Dover Precision Components ‘DPC’ (‘the Company’) is part of Dover Corporation’s (‘the Parent Company’) Pumps and Process solutions segment. DPC holds market leading positions globally and delivers performance-critical solutions across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets. We design and manufacture mission‑critical equipment components to deliver more affordable, cleaner energy solutions and enable manufacturers to operate more efficiently.

WE DELIVER CUSTOMER SUCCESS

Dover PrecisionComponents delivers products and services that enhance performance, improve safety, reduce carbon emissions,and accelerate clean energy adoption, through collaborative customer relationships, expert engineering, and an innovative culture. Our strong Company portfolio is comprised of long products and services offered under Cook Compression, Cook Mechanical Field Services, Waukesha Bearings, Waukesha Magnetic Bearings, Inpro/Seal, Bearings Plus, and FW Murphy Production Controls. Our global footprint reaches more than twelve locations in the Americas and more than six locations in Europe and China.

BUILDING POTENTIAL. SUSTAINING PERFORMANCE. BOOSTING FUTURES.

We are diligent in recognizing our employees’ needs and providing an enriching experience through professional developmental opportunities. Our authentic, collaborative company culture, combined with a competitive suite of health and welfare offerings, emulates who we are. We are Dover Precision Components, #LifeAtDPC

Summary: Sets up and operates computer numerically controlled and manual machines to perform machining operations by performing the following duties.

Role Purpose / Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Read process sheets, blueprints and sketches of part to determine machining to be done, dimensional specifications, set up and operating requirements.
• Locate and download programs from a DNC storage system.
• Interpret work instructions.
• Identify, select and install proper tooling for operations being performed.
• Calculate proper feeds and speeds for a variety of steel grades, copper, brass, aluminium and bronze.
• Read, understand, edit or write complete programs.
• Intuitively understand capabilities of tooling and machinery.
• Understand applicable quality systems and perform necessary quality inspections.
• Apply principles of Lean Manufacturing to reduced setup times and improve productivity.
• Visually inspects final components.
• Performs boxing of parts to include cleaning, oiling, wrapping and boxing the final product for shipment.
• Performs cleaning, fitting, filing, tapping, reaming, blending, polishing and aligning to ensure free action of movable parts and operating requirements.
• Uses precision measuring instruments and gauging devices and performs various quality inspection type procedures to include dimensional verification.
• Properly identifies components after assembly/manufacture.
• Assumes responsibility for quality and functionality.
• Adheres to all Waukesha Bearings policies and procedures.
• Seek out and identify Continuous Improvement opportunities.
• Actively participate in daily Continuous Improvement activities.
• Employee must be able to set up all necessary measuring equipment and routinely check the calibration of the equipment while measuring.
• Create and maintain a team focused work environment.
• Responsible for general housekeeping and cleanliness of working area.
• Support “Best Practices” to achieve company goals for safety, delivery, cost and quality.
• Ability to work rotating Day/Back/Night shifts.

Skills and Experience:

• Requires in-depth knowledge of manufacturing.
• Be time served in a machining discipline.
• Have a relevant Health and Safety awareness.
• Previous experience in a similar industry is preferable (Oil and Gas)
• Experience working with various machine control systems including Fanuc, Mazak, Heidenhaim and Haas.
• Must be self‑motivated and possess facilitation skills to be used in a team setting.
• Prior experience with precision inspection equipment including, but not limited to, micrometres, callipers, height gauges and bore gauges.
• Proven ability to hold tight machining tolerances of less than .0025mm.
• Self‑directed.
• Inspires and motivates others around them.
• Encourage and facilitates change.
• Promotes diversity of ideas.
• Able to manage multiplate priorities with a bias towards action and speed.
• Customer focused.
• Constantly displays integrity and respect.
• Bases decision on fact and adopts a disciplined approach.
• Actively engages in discussion and openly supports teams decisions.
• Maintains a positive attitude in order to positively influence the process improvement activities throughout the organisation.

Qualifications:

• HNC Engineering preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience within a lean-manufacturing work environment.

We consider several job‑related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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