BASIC FUNCTION:

To set and operate defined machine resource producing a product portfolio to meet design criteria. 

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

 Reports to the Team Leader - Machine Shop

 RESPONSIBLE FOR:

 The machine resource during operation and the tooling and fixtures (status, usability and cleanliness) specified for the process activities undertaken..

 Key Duties & Responsibilities

• To set (tooling and fixtures) and run (proven program) designated CNC resource, as defined in the work instruction, within a defined manufacturing process.
•  As 1) however in liaison with Manufacturing Engineering program-prove, prove tooling package and thus the activity prove-out of new process activities.
• The ability to carry out a minimum level of minor/ basic editing of CNC programs.
•  As an output of 1), 2) and 3) submit a near net shape and quality part for first-off inspection. Thereafter liaise with the quality team to close any defined gap between submitted work piece and design or stage drawing requirement.
• Where applicable, and aligned to point 4), work to defined Inspection Control Plans (ICP).
•  Carry out any data capture required to improve process capability and control e.g. Statistical Process Control (SPC) and / or Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
•  Ensure that work is moved on to the next work centre on completion of current operation.
• To support the business to meet defined KPIs e.g. On Time Delivery.
• To ensure health & safety requirements of the individual and team members are met.
•  Actively support continuous improvements activities throughout the business.
•  Support the process to ensure all necessary tooling, materials and documentation is available to facilitate on time manufacture.
• Support the development and maintenance of a multi-skilled workforce by training colleagues as and when necessary.
• In the support of point 12) undertake any training identified / specified to achieve acceptable/ improved levels in a personal skill-set.
• Support the development and actively encourage a team culture within the machine shop manufacturing areas.
•  Maintain systems and procedures to enable continuing compliance with ISO9100 quality standard.
• Work with/support multi-disciplined teams in the introduction of new products and production processes into full manufacture.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping and cleanliness in the machine shop areas.

Knowledge & Ability Required

• Demonstrated experience in CNC machining (Milling and / or Turning and / or Mill-Turn) of high precision products from a variety of materials and forms i.e. solid, castings or forgings.
•  Demonstrated experience in a high value, low volume mechanical manufacturing environment.
• In-depth knowledge of Fanuc controls
•  A demonstrable ability to problem solve is desirable
• Having a Secondary skillset(s) e.g. another CNC skillset, Manual Turning, EDM, Rotary and / Cylindrical Grinding etc. is a distinct advantage
• A demonstrable background in delivering Continual Improvement ideas is an advantage
•  Computer literate.
• Good communicator at all levels.

This is a 3 shift role. 

Please email your CV and Cover letter to recruitment@horstman.co.uk