CNC Setter / Operator (Turner)
A fantastic opportunity is on offer at Vacgen for a talented CNC Turner.
Primary Objectives
The main purpose of this role will be:
- Set and operate CNC Lathes to produce parts correct to drawing.
The main requirements and employee accountabilities are:
- Set and Run proven and unproven programs, adjust work and/or tool co-ordinates and correct any errors.
- Set tools and produce ‘First off’ parts to the correct quality.
- Change from machine to machine at infrequent intervals.
- Fulfil training programs deemed necessary to allow efficient performance of duties.
- Maintaining of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements.
- Perform other duties from time to time, as may be required by the Company.
Essential Skills & Experience
The essential skills required for this role:
- Must have experience in using CNC Machines.
- Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and GD&T.
- Ability to read & understand ISO and conversational machine programs.
- Capable of using various machine controls.
- Understand how tools and material will react after & during machining.
- To be able to foresee potential problems before they arise.
- Deadline driven without compromising quality.
- Ideally have experience in machining chambers and fabricated items.
- Understands requirements of On Time Delivery both internally and externally.
Desirable Skills & Experience
The skills and requirements we would like this role to have are:
- IT literate (Windows 7, MS Office).
- Experience of offline programming. AlphaCAM preferable – training available.
- Experience of electronic inspection using Faro Arm.
- Experienced in manual turning.
- Experienced in CNC turning.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Basic training of a craft apprenticeship and 5 years minimum experience of actual machining.
Required Qualifications:
- Further qualification in an engineering/manufacturing discipline.
Personal Qualities & Attributes
We require the following personal qualities/attributes:
- High levels of motivation, enthusiasm.
- Capable of working well in a team environment.
- Good at listening to and following instructions.
- Ability to work on own initiative.
- Willing to contribute to the overall improvement and success of the business, working practices.
- A positive attitude, co-operative, willing to comply with company policies and procedures and work constructively with colleagues.
- Willing to commit to our core values.
If you have relevant experience, please click apply or email your cv directly to talent@vacgen.com. For a copy of the job description please email talent@vacgen.com.
As pioneers in the field of Ultra High Vacuum technology, VACGEN’s focus on innovation and quality has helped great minds take great leaps forward. Products from VACGEN are widely used in Semiconductor processes as well research laboratories, such as NASA the European Space Agency and the Large Hadron Collider at CERN.
At our new, purpose-built manufacturing facility near Hailsham, East Sussex we have entered an exciting new phase in our development as we embark on an ambitious expansion programme.
We are looking for future colleagues who are ambitious and who thrive on accomplishments created by strong individuals within a team environment. Our offices and workstations are open plan, our approach is collaborative.