Ametek, Inc.
CNC Operator
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Position Summary
The CNC Operator is responsible for operating CNC turning and milling machines to manufacture precision components safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards. The role supports customer delivery requirements through effective machine operation, inspection, and continuous improvement activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate CNC machining lathes and associated equipment.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions.
- Perform first-off and in-process inspections.
- Use precision measuring equipment including micrometers, verniers, and gauges.
- Record production and quality data accurately.
- Report machine, tooling, or quality issues promptly.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Follow company quality, health, and safety procedures.
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Requirements for Consideration
Essential
- Experience operating CNC machines in a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to read engineering drawings.
- Knowledge of precision measurement techniques.
- Understanding of health and safety requirements.
- Good attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively within a team.
Desirable
- CNC setting experience.
- Fanuc control knowledge.
- Experience of continuous improvement activities.
- Apprenticeship or engineering qualification.
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.
Experience/Qualifications
- Previous CNC machining experience preferred.
- Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification desirable.
- GCSEs or equivalent in Maths and English.
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What Solartron Metrology offers you
- A relaxed and supportive working environment.
- 1pm Friday finish.
- Competitive salary and 25 days holiday.
- Fantastic and supportive onboarding to ensure joiners are well integrated and comfortable at Solartron Metrology.
- Generous matched pension scheme.
- Life assurance.
- Option to join private health plan.
- Enhanced maternity pay.
- We are invested in developing your skills and will promote and encourage progression through the business.
- Perkbox – our rewards app offering discounts from a multitude of retailers, a GP service, and a 24-hour Employee Assistance Program to ensure the health and wellbeing of our employees.
- Employee referral scheme of £1000.
- An inclusive workforce.
- Free onsite parking.
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