Job Title:
* CNC Manufacturing Specialist
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled CNC Manufacturing Technician to join our team. As a CNC Manufacturing Technician, you will be responsible for machining and setting up machine tools to produce high-quality components.
Key Responsibilities:
* Machining and Machine Tool Set-up
* Producing components to the highest cost-effective quality standards
* Able to meet exacting demands of aerospace tolerance requirements
* Compliance with AS9100 requirements
* A competent working knowledge of Machine Tools
* A competent working knowledge of Fanuc/G-Code programming
* A competent knowledge of Part Programme Datum Management including Renishaw Probe System
* Competent in Tooling/Tool Carousel Management including Renishaw OTS System
* Competent in Tool Offset Management
* Appropriate application of Work Holding Systems including vices, soft jaws, jigs and fixtures
* Provide feedback for manufacturing strategy development
* Provide feedback for work holding modification/development
Consumable Tooling:
* Appropriate tooling selection relevant to manufacturing requirements
* Tool condition/life cycle management
* Inspection
* Appropriate application of inspection equipment
* Where appropriate, incorporate the use of auxiliary inspection equipment (Height Gauge, CMM, Surface Tester, Shadow Graph, Vertex)
* Competent in part drawing interpretation including geometric tolerances and limits and fits
* Part Finishing
* Adhere to part drawing requirements and customer expectations
* Comprehensive elimination of F.O.D.
* Application of surface finish/condition as per work instructions and customer expectations
CADCAM Programming:
* Competent navigation of CADCAM software as and when required
* Adherence to standard practices regarding Part File Management System, File nomenclature, Machining strategies and Part/Tool specific instructions
* Responsible use of Software Tool Libraries
Continual Improvement:
* Take part in continual improvement process
* Be vigilant of opportunities for continual improvement throughout the working environment
* Provide feedback, when necessary, on continual improvement activities
Training:
* Take part in additional training courses as and when required
* Contribute to manufacturing staff training development program
* Develop and learn new skills and/or different machine tools/equipment as and when required
* Cross-train other manufacturing staff in skills and procedures as and when required
Requirements:
* Experience in CNC machining using Mills/Turning centres is essential (Mori Seiki/Haas would be beneficial)
* Ability to read and interpret blueprints, rough sketches and written instructions
* Adhering to documented procedures is crucial
* This position is required to work to tight deadlines and schedules
* The successful candidate must be able to work using their own initiative as well as contributing within a team environment
* Attention to detail, accuracy and problem-solving skills are essential