EDM Ltd
CNC Milling Machine Operator & Setter

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Job Title: CNC Milling Machine Operator & Setter x2
Location
Newton Heath, Manchester, M40 5BJ
Salary
£19.82 per hour
Job Type
Permanent, Full Time
Working Hours
4 days a week Mon-Thurs - Day Shift
About the Role
Do you have experience setting and operating CNC milling machines, ideally looking to be part of a successful, niche, but industry-leading organization?
EDM design, manufacture and install specialist mechanical applications to a diverse client base. On offer is an opportunity to work for a company that has an excellent reputation in their industry and a state-of-the-art facility to enable them to deliver on bespoke projects for a range of clients.
We are currently recruiting for 2 CNC Operator & Setters on a permanent basis to join our developing production teams. The CNC Operator & Setter is a skilled operative who is responsible for the machining of detailed high tolerance components, using either our CNC 3 & 5 Axis machining centers, or X, Y, Z Proturn Lathe in conjunction with QT250.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Operating and setting of Mazak 5 and 3 Axis CNC machines, or X, Y,Z Proturn Lathe/QT 250
- Primarily conversant with Mazak machine controls with some ability in Mazatrol online programming. (Predominantly Offline fed)
- Interpret engineering drawings, documents, manuals, and technical instructions with clear understanding
- Producing a wide range of precision components
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Key Requirements
- Time-served Mechanical Engineer with extensive machine shop experience
- Completion of a recognized apprenticeship (preferably in composite craft/mechanical technician) or experience to equivalent depth
- Working knowledge of CNC Machine controls such as, Mazak Matrix2, Mazak Smooth X, Heidenhaim, and Siemens could potentially be advantageous moving forward
- A skilled CNC Machinist possessing experience backed by fundamental manual machining disciplines
- Candidates with some ability to utilize Autodesk/Delcam Power Mill or Hyper Mill, programming software would be at an advantage
- A team player able to communicate at all levels
- Must have a good work ethic
- Flexibility - shift working and overtime working may be required
- Ability to achieve UK security clearance is essential due to ongoing Military/Defence projects


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Why Join Us
- 4 day, 36hr week Monday to Thursday
- 20% premium when working shifts
- Supportive and enjoyable working environment
- Continuous Training and development
- Company Pension
- 25 days holiday + public holidays pro rata
- Life Insurance following 12 months service
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