CNC Mill-Turn Setter​/Operator

Job Title: Mill/Turn CNC Machine Setter-Operator

Reporting to: Operations Supervisor

The Mill Turn machine setter-operator will work in the precision machining area of our business manufacturing high specification, tight tolerance, safety-critical aerospace parts in line with customer specification. The setter-operator will work on various mill turn machines, producing precision products in line with quality standards.

Ronaldsway Aircraft Company is a complex aerospace machining business, manufacturing mainly strangers and aliens for both civil and military customers. There is a high set to run ratio due to the nature of the business, involving multiple set ups per shift to make small batches of product.

• Set up and run multiple 3-5 axis CNC mill/turn machines through multiple operations
• Carry out machining of complex components to Customer drawing standards
• Prove out processes, producing first-offs
• Investigate root cause and corrective action of any non-conforming components produced
• Adherence to all Company policies
• Responsible for housekeeping of working area

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a high precision manufacturing environment. Aerospace experience is preferred.
• Experience of setting and operating CNC Machines, including but not limited to;
• Mazak (Integrex), Traubs, Citizens (preferably M32/E32) or Gildermeister CNC machines.
• Demonstrable ability to understand and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience of manufacturing parts to tight tolerances (as small as 0.0010’’)
• Ability to read, follow and develop operating instructions and procedures
• Ability to use inspection and measuring equipment such as verniers, micrometres, CMM machines etc.
• Experience of adhering to quality standards.