CNC Programmer & Operator Engineer

Rega Research Limited; Sea; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision engineering firm in Sea is seeking a CNC Programmer and Operator Engineer to set up and run both manual and CNC machines. The candidate will create maintenance logs, ensure health & safety compliance, and manage tooling. Strong communication and computer literacy are essential. Familiarity with engineering principles and the ability to read engineering drawings is required. The company offers full training on unfamiliar machines or software.

Qualifications

• Experience in setting and running manual and CNC machines.
• Understanding engineering principles and machine maintenance.
• Pro-active and self-determined approach.

Responsibilities

• Create maintenance logs and service schedules for machines.
• Maintain close working relationship with machine suppliers.
• Importing design data into CAM software and machining parts.
• Programming, setting, and operating various manual and CNC machines.
• Managing purchasing and maintaining tooling.

Skills

Setting and running CNC machines

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Reading engineering drawings

Tools

4 Axis CNC Vertical Machining Centre

Colchester Lathe

Bridgeport Mill

Bandsaw

Surface grinder

Job description

Permanent role, Southend-on-Sea, Salary £32,000-£40,000 depending on experience

We are looking for a CNC programmer and operator engineer experienced in setting and running manual and CNC machines to manufacture precision components and jigs/fixtures/tools. Understanding engineering principles and maintaining/servicing machines. You must have good communication skills coupled with good computer literacy.

List of machinery to be used, maintained, serviced & repaired.

• 4 Axis CNC Vertical Machining Centre.
• Colchester Lathe, Bridgeport Mill, Bandsaw & Surface grinder.

Key responsibilities

• Create a maintenance log and service schedule for each machine and ensure all schedules are adhered to.
• Close working relationship with supplier of machines.
• Taking data from Design Team (using Sold Works) importing into CAM software (VISI knowledge would be beneficial) creating and machining parts/assemblies.
• Programming, setting and operating various manual and CNC machines.
• Selecting, purchasing and maintaining tooling. To carry stock of replacement/service parts.
• Able to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Ensuring all H&S requirements are met for machines and users. You will be expected to be proactive, self-determined and show full responsibility in your role.

Full training will be given on any machines or software that the candidate is not familiar with. You must be familiar with and use all Rega strategies and procedures that apply to your area of responsibility.

Daily tasks

• Ensure all Health & Safety procedures are followed.
• Be aware of factory visitors, to ensure all machinery is operating correctly and can be demonstrated if required.

The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

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