Machinist

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Full time
Location: Loanhead
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Job offered by: MacTaggart Scott
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Category:
This role reports directly to the Production Supervisor. The purpose of the role is to produce machine parts by operating a manual machine or programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine.

Closing Date: 30/01/25

Duties will include:

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate quality workmanship while meeting the standard times for the assigned job. While showing a degree of flexibility and willingness to learn new skills and contribute towards continuous improvement. The candidate will also be required to;

Plan machining by studying work orders, engineering plans, materials, specifications, and machining parameters; interpreting dimensions and tolerances. Program mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs. Set-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, vices, tools, attachments, collets, gears etc. Load feed mechanism by lifting stock into position. Verify settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces; adhering to international standards. Maintain specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes. Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations. Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs. Keeping work area clean/tidy plus free from hazards. Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. Document actions by completing production and quality logs. Requirements: Have experience in a similar role. Have experience of reading engineering/technical drawings and making to specification. Experience in editing/proving CNC programs. Have excellent communications skills. Be proficient in using a variety of measuring equipment. Be comfortable working in a busy environment and be able to use your initiative and plan in advance. Be flexible and adaptable to change. Be self-motivated with a good work ethic and attention to detail is essential. Benefits: Free onsite parking. Company pension. Cycle to work scheme. Employee discount. Free flu jabs. Health & wellbeing programme. Life insurance. Sick pay. Seniority level

Associate Employment type

Full-time Job function

Production Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting

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