CNC Milling Machinist

Smiths Engineering; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Ballymena is seeking an experienced CNC Milling Machinist to set up and operate 3 & 5 Axis CNC milling machines. The successful candidate will ensure smooth production by proving out programs and performing quality checks. Candidates should have a level 3 engineering qualification or equivalent experience, along with CNC machining knowledge. Attention to detail and the ability to read technical drawings are crucial for this role, which offers a competitive salary and a dayshift schedule.

Qualifications

• Time served or level 3 engineering qualification required.
• Must have CNC machining experience on milling machines.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate 3 & 5 Axis CNC milling machining centres.
• Prove out programs for smooth production running.
• Finishing and inspecting machined parts.

Skills

CNC machining experience

Attention to detail

Understanding technical drawings

Education

Level 3 engineering qualification

Tools

Heidenhain controls

Siemens controls

Mastercam

Job description

Full time (42hrs) | Pennybridge, Ballymena

Salary £30 - £37k Dependent On Experience.

Due to continued improvement and growth Smiths Engineering require an experienced CNC Milling Machinist to set up and operate 3 & 5 Axis CNC milling machining centres. The successful candidate will be required to set machines and prove out programs to enable the smooth running of production batches.

Essential Criteria

• Applicants must be time served or have level 3 engineering qualification at pass grade. (Or demonstrate suitable experience in other disciplines such as fitter / mechanic, joiner, electrician etc)
• CNC machining experience setting and machining on milling machines.
• Competency in finishing and inspecting machined parts.
• Read and understand technical drawings.
• Good attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of Heidenhain or Siemens controls.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in Vericut.
• CNC programming experience.
• Experience in Mastercam or similar CAM Software.

Dayshift - Monday to Thursday (8.30am - 5.00pm and Friday 8.30am - 4.00pm). Ability to work 12 hours shifts will be essential after training period.