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Skilled Machine Operator

Job Posted: 3 hours ago

Salary: £ 35,000 - 45,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Cheddar, Somerset

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Abatec are working on behalf of our client in Cheddar to recruit a skilled Machinist to join their busy and growing workshop. This role is ideal for an experienced professional who can confidently interpret technical drawings, operate a range of manual and CNC machinery, and ensure high-quality, cost-effective production.

Benefits:

08.00 - 17.00 (40-hour paid week, Overtime available paid at 1.5

Additional call-out rate available

Target bonus - up to 6 additional days holiday and sales targets as a team, Additional holiday day with each year of service

Benefits package including life and health assistance.

Long-term progression

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

  * Experience working with machine tools or mechanical assembly.

  * Experience in using and/or programming manual, semi-automated or automated tools and machines.

  * Ability to use precision tools (e.g. callipers) to take accurate measurements

  * Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals

  * Good at math with analytical abilities.

  * Experience working with machine tools or mechanical assembly.

  * Knowledge of speeds and feeds. Knowledge of safety protocols and PPE.

  * Attention to detail with good communications skills.

  * Knowledge and understanding of material requirements.

  * Computer skills (MS Office Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Job responsibilities

  * The cost-effective deployment of resources (labour and material) to achieve plan.

  * Ensuring that all necessary components are available to meet production requirements.

  * Reacting to situations as they arise to achieve the company’s objectives.

  * Plan work flow in order to meet customer requirements.

  * Communicating in a concise and timely fashion.

  * Review samples, drawings or instructions to understand specifications of output.

  * Read and interpret CAD drawings in order to select correct machinery.

  * Select appropriate machines (e.g. lathes) and position or load material for a job

  * Determine and program size of batches, speed of machine etc.

  * Monitor machine while working to adjust the feed, maintain temperature and identify issues.

  * Check output to ensure consistency with specifications and discard defects.

  * Keep records of approved and defective units or final products

  * Perform routine machine maintenance and repair minor damages.

  * Operation of Lathes and pillar drill.

  * CNC Operation

  * Ability to read blueprints and measuring devices such as callipers, micrometres and vernier.

  * Understanding and experience with Ferrous, Non-Ferrous, plastics and copper.

  * Experience repairing journals and shafts

  * Maintains safe operation of equipment by adhering to safety protocols and regulations

  * To be available for call out shift or overtime as directed by the Workshop Manager.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

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