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CNC Lathe Machinist (Contract)

25 September by Masstemps

Job Location:
United Kingdom -England -West Midlands -West Midlands -West Bromwich
Salary:
£17 - £20/hour

Masstemps is currently recruiting for an experienced CNC Lathe Machinist to join a well-established and busy manufacturing company based near the West Bromwich area.

THE JOB:

  • Set and operate Star CNC lathes to manufacture components to drawing and job specifications.
  • Set tooling, work holding, offsets and machine parameters for different production runs.
  • Operate CNC machines safely and efficiently, ensuring production output meets the build plan and required targets.
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings, tolerances and job specifications.
  • Carry out first-off and in-process inspections using micrometres, verniers and other measuring equipment.
  • Make tooling and offset adjustments to maintain component quality and dimensional accuracy.
  • Monitor machine performance and identify issues affecting production, quality or cycle times.
  • Change tools and make adjustments as required to maintain consistent production.
  • Complete production paperwork, quality checks and traceability records.
  • Work to company health & safety and quality procedures at all times.
  • Assist with setting and operating HAAS and Dugard machining centres where required.
  • Support other operators and contribute to maintaining an efficient production area.

ABOUT YOU:

  • Previous experience as a CNC Setter/Operator within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
  • Experience setting and operating CNC lathes, ideally Star CNC machines.
  • Experience setting tooling, offsets, workholding and machine parameters.
  • Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and technical specifications.
  • Experience using measuring equipment such as verniers, micrometers and gauges.
  • Ability to make basic tooling and offset adjustments to maintain component quality.
  • Experience working to production targets and build plans.
  • Knowledge of HAAS and/or Dugard machining centres would be desirable.
  • Good understanding of CNC machining processes, tooling and cutting conditions.
  • Ability to work independently while maintaining a high standard of accuracy and quality.

Hours of Work

Monday - Friday

06:00AM – 14:00PM

Rotating

14:00pm – 22:00pm

Pay Rate

£17 - £20ph dependant on experience.

 

If you wish to apply, please submit an up-to-date CV or call one of our branches:

Dudley – 01384 236 000

Kidderminster – 01562 742 222

Walsall – 01922 824 024

Wolverhampton – 01902 200 092

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