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CNC Setter & Operator

Daventry
5 days ago
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Position: CNC Setter/Operator

Salary: £43,200

Location: Daventry

Hours: Monday - Friday 2:15pm - 11:15pm

Proactive currently have an exciting opportunity for a CNC Setter/Operator to begin work for a leading advanced breaking mechanism manufacturer based in Daventry.

Due to rapid company expansion and an ever growing order book, our client is hoping to recruit at least one additional CNC Setter/Operator to help ensure the quality and accuracy of the factory's function is well maintained throughout this new and excited influx of work.

You will be responsible for:

Work in an environment of continuous improvement and follow the Right First Time philosophy in the manufacture of quality parts.
Refer to drawings, tool list and set-up sheet to obtain appropriate tooling and measuring equipment and return upon completion of job.
Mark out if required, load and unload components manually or by jib crane to work piece chucks or fixtures. Set correctly and secure.
Set the CNC machine tools to program setting sheet, using multiple tooling stations.
Operate the CNC controls, having a basic understanding of machine tool programming and produce component parts to company standards.
Check accuracy of first off
Carry out dimensional and visual checks using appropriate measuring equipment and gauges, to ensure components meet inspection standards.
Take corrective action to rectify errors by offset adjustment on CNC machine
Carry out assembly work
Ensure required standards of safety are adhered to, machine cleanliness and routine machine lubrication is carried out.
Report to supervision any machine tool or measuring instrument defect to minimise scrap and downtime.
Participate in Kaizen activities to improve processes and increase efficiency.
Liase with Production Engineering, Quality and Supervision in problem solving and determining maximum efficiency.
To carry out any reasonable task or project that may be required by the value Stream Manager.

How to Apply:

For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Charley McCleave on (phone number removed) or (url removed) .

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Global is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

When registering with Proactive you will have the opportunity to apply for some of the most interesting, specialist, opportunities in the marketplace, with the biggest companies in the sector. Follow us on Linkedin and Facebook for industry news and download our app for live notifications about newly listed vacancies. We look forward to helping you find your next role!

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

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