CNC and Toolroom Machinst

CNC & Toolroom Machinist

Location:

Sittingbourne
Salary:
Competitive (dependent on experience)

We are currently recruiting for a CNC & Toolroom Machinist to join an established engineering team based in Sittingbourne. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced machinist to work within a busy toolroom environment, operating specialist machinery and producing high-quality components.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Toolroom team, setting and operating CNC machinery, and developing their skills across a range of machining processes. You will also become a key point of contact for CNC machining activities, supporting continuous improvement and the introduction of new equipment and processes.

Key Responsibilities:

Set, operate and program CNC machinery including lathes, EDM and 5-axis machines.
Manufacture high-quality components using manual and specialist machining equipment.
Support the Toolroom team with engineering activities and production requirements.
Assist with the development of CNC processes, jigs and fixtures to improve productivity.
Carry out maintenance, corrective and remedial work on machinery where required.
Manage works orders, stock control and support production planning.
Ensure all work is completed to required quality standards, within agreed timescales.
Maintain accurate production documentation and support ISO 9001 quality requirements.
Promote a safe, clean and efficient working environment.

Skills & Experience Required:

Previous experience with CNC programming, setting and operating within a workshop environment.
Experience working with CNC lathes, EDM and/or 5-axis machining is required.
Strong knowledge of machining processes, tooling, jigs and fixtures.
Good understanding of engineering drawings and manufacturing standards.
Good level of computer literacy.
Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks.

Desirable:

Time served apprenticeship or relevant Engineering qualification (City & Guilds / BTEC).

Experience with in a Toolroom or precision engineering environment.

This role would suit a skilled CNC Machinist looking to further develop their career within a supportive engineering environment, with opportunities to expand their technical knowledge and support the development of others.

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