EDM Operator​/Setter

Harwin plc is a Portsmouth based manufacturing company specializing in the design and production of electrical/electronic components. Our products are distributed worldwide through our network of partners in Europe, Asia and the US. We specialize in markets such as distribution, industrial and instrumentation, medical, military, aerospace, automotive and telecommunications.

The position supports the production of high‑precision parts, tooling and dies used in Harwin’s manufacturing processes. The role requires working from engineering drawings and CAD data to produce components to tight tolerances using both wire EDM and die‑sink EDM machines.

• Set up and operate wire EDM machines to manufacture precision components and tooling.
• Set up and operate die‑sink (spark erosion) EDM machines for complex cavity machining.
• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD data and technical specifications.
• Prepare and mount electrodes and work pieces, ensuring correct alignment and setup.
• Select appropriate machining parameters, offsets and programs.
• Produce components to tight tolerances and surface finish requirements.
• Perform basic programming or program adjustments where required.
• Conduct in‑process inspection using precision measuring equipment.
• Maintain machine performance through routine maintenance and cleaning.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and optimise machining processes.
  
  Work closely with toolmakers, machinists and engineers to support tooling and production requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and follow Harwin quality management procedures.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards.

• Experience setting and operating wire EDM machines.
• Experience setting and operating die‑sink EDM machines.
• Strong understanding of EDM machining principles and electrode wear compensation.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Experience working with tight tolerances and precision components.
• Skilled in the use of precision measuring instruments.
• Good troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Experience working in a toolroom or precision manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of electrode manufacture and management.
• Familiarity with CAM software for EDM programming.
• Experience producing tooling, moulds or progressive dies.
• Experience supporting high‑volume manufacturing tooling.
• Apprenticeship in Toolmaking, Machining or Precision Engineering or equivalent experience.
• NVQ / City & Guilds or equivalent qualification in Engineering or Manufacturing.
• Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering.

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday plus bank/public holidays
• Additional 3 days off over the festive period
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Company pension scheme
• Life Cover 3x salary
• Company bonus scheme

As an equal opportunities employer, Harwin is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Harwin.