CNC & General Machinist

Dundee - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Operations

Job Summary

The CNC & General Machinist is responsible for setting operating and programming a range of machine tools including CNC lathes CNC mills and grinding equipment.

The role includes creating and editing CNC programs interpreting engineering drawings and supporting other teams by advising on manufacturability and correct interpretation of specifications.

The machinist ensures highquality precision components are produced in line with engineering requirements safety standards and production schedules.

CNC Machining & Programming

Set operate and adjust CNC turning CNC milling and grinding machines to manufacture precision components.
Create new CNC programs using the appropriate programming language (e.g. Fanuc Siemens Heidenhain etc.).
Edit optimise and improve existing CNC programs to enhance efficiency quality and cycle times.
Load set and adjust tooling workholding fixtures and offsets.

General Machining Skills

Operate manual lathes mills and grinders when required for prototype or low-volume work.
Perform precision measurement using micrometers verniers height gauges CMM reports and other metrology equipment.
Ensure components meet engineering tolerances geometric dimensioning and quality specifications.

Drawing Interpretation & Technical Support

Interpret engineering drawings 3D models tolerances and GD&T symbols accurately.
Support engineering production and thirdparty suppliers with drawing interpretation and manufacturability guidance.
Identify potential issues in designs and communicate improvement suggestions to engineering teams.

Quality Safety & Documentation

Conduct first-off in-process and final inspection checks to ensure product quality.
Complete production documentation inspection records and job travellers accurately.
Ensure all work complies with company safety policies ISO standards and machining best practices.
Maintain a clean and organised workstation and perform routine machine maintenance.

Production Efficiency

Collaborate closely with supervisors and planners to meet production deadlines and priorities.
Recommend tooling process improvements and cost-saving opportunities.
Troubleshoot machine issues tool wear and process deviations.

Qualifications :

Vocational or Technical Qualification

Engineering / Advanced Apprenticeships (any recognised standard) in

Mechanical Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering
Toolmaking
Precision Machining
Maintenance Engineering (which contain machining modules)
Aerospace Manufacturing
Engineering Fitter

SVQ / NVQ Level 23 in Mechanical Engineering Manufacturing Engineering or Machining

City & Guilds Level 23 in Engineering Operations or CNC Machining

Additional Information :

Technical Knowledge

Essential

Proven experience in CNC machining within a manufacturing or precision engineering environment.
Strong capability in CNC turning milling and surface/cylindrical grinding.
Ability to write edit and optimise CNC programs.
Excellent interpretation of technical drawings GD&T tolerances and material specifications.
Practical knowledge of cutting tools feeds/speeds and machining best practices.
Ability to use a full range of precision measuring equipment.
Good problemsolving and troubleshooting skills.

Preferred

Experience with multiple CNC controls (e.g. Fanuc Mazak Siemens Heidenhain).
Background in highprecision environments such as aerospace automotive or electronics.
Understanding of CAD/CAM software (e.g. SolidCAM Fusion360 Mastercam).
Experience with prototype work small batch production or tooling manufacture.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin economic status disability age or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics where we celebrate support and embrace diversity.

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Remote Work :

Employment Type :

Full-time

The CNC & General Machinist is responsible for setting operating and programming a range of machine tools including CNC lathes CNC mills and grinding equipment.The role includes creating and editing CNC programs interpreting engineering drawings and supporting other teams by advising on manufacturab...