CNC Lathe Setter / Operator
We have a position for a CNC lathe setter/operator. You will be required to manage two machines. Haas experience preferred but not imperative and programming skills will be an advantage but editing ability is a necessity. We are a busy workshop manufacturing precision, high quality parts in one-offs to 250 off batches for our own product. This position will suit a person who enjoys working in a small team and can maintain a consistent and high level of quality work mainly using a variety of steels.
We are a well-established engineering company situated on the outskirts of Colchester. Our company comprises of a Workshop, Stores, Office and a small friendly Machine shop team that have benefited from a newly extended machine shop.
Experience
- Apprentice trained
- Good English & Maths
- CNC Lathe experience essential
Responsibilities
- Programme, set and operate machine
- Check manufactured parts for compliance to drawing
- Ensure Health & Safety guidelines and quality practices are followed in line with company policies.
- Assist with problem solving issues.
- Occasional working overtime may be required.
Benefits
- 38 1/4hrs per week, Mon-Thu 7.45am-4.30pm (15 minutes tea break and half hour lunch break) Fri 7.45am-1pm
- 22 days holiday plus bank holidays (raising to 25)
- Sick pay after 1 year
- Yearly bonus
- Uniform and overalls provided
- Free car parking
- Occasional company lunches
Own transport a must due to rural location.
Salary negotiable in the range of £33k-36k depending on experience.
Job Type: Full-time - Permanent
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Mechanical Engineer / Governor Technician
The role will involve dismantling, inspection and re-building of Engine/Turbine and Prime mover governors and associated equipment.
The ideal candidate will be able to work to close tolerances and be able to use hand tools and measuring equipment and be able to demonstrate good mechanical skills.
Requirements
- Apprentice trained in an engineering environment is preferable
- Experienced engineering background
- Ability to be able to apply engineering knowledge to jobs
- Ability to read and interpret engineering diagrams
- Ability to read and interpret parts manuals
- Able to work on own initiative and within a team
- Able to take instructions from workshop supervisor and managers and carry out successfully
- Electrical knowledge - Electrical qualification an advantage
Responsibilities
- Dismantle governor assemblies and similar equipment
- Use cleaning tanks to clean parts, inspect parts and identify part that are worn and need replacing
- Rebuild governor assemblies or similar equipment
- Complete overhaul reports and other documentation
- Ensure Health & Safety guidelines and practices are following in line with company policies
- Assist with problem solving issues.
- Ensure your work area is kept clean, tidy and well organised.
- Test governors
**Above included but not limited to. Full training will be given.
Benefits
- Working hours Mon-Thu 7.45-4.30, Fri 7.45-1.00 (15 min break and 30 min lunch)
- 22 days holiday plus bank holidays (raising to 25)
- Sick pay after 1 year
- Occasional working overtime may be required (paid at time and a half)
- Free car parking
- Uniform / PPE
- Company social events
- Yearly bonus (sales dependent)
Own transport a must due to rural location.
Full time – Permanent
Salary dependent on experience £32,000 - £36,000