CNC Machinist

Argon Engineering Limited

CNC Machinist
Location: Irlam, Manchester
Salary: £17 - £20 per hour, depending on experience
Hours: Monday-Thursday 6:00am-2:30pm | Friday 6:00am-1:30pm
Job Type: Permanent
The Opportunity
We are currently recruiting for an experienced CNC Machinist to join an established engineering and manufacturing business based in Irlam, Manchester.
This is an excellent opportunity for a time-served CNC Turner or an experienced machinist with at least 3 years' CNC turning experience, who is confident with programming, setting and operating CNC lathes and can read and edit ISO programs.
The successful candidate will work within a busy machine shop, producing high-quality components to engineering drawings and specifications, while taking responsibility for machine set-up, proving programs, inspection and troubleshooting.
The Role
You will be responsible for:
  • Programming, setting and operating CNC turning machines.
  • Working with Doosan CNC lathes, including:
    • Lynx 2100/220LSY
    • Puma 2600SY
    • Puma 2600M
    • GT2100
  • Working with Fanuc controls.
  • Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T.
  • Reading, editing and proving ISO CNC programs.
  • Setting tools, offsets, compensation and reference points.
  • Selecting appropriate tooling and inserts for the required components.
  • Setting chucks, collets, tooling, attachments, stops and bar feeders.
  • Inspecting first-off components and sample workpieces.
  • Taking measurements and ensuring components meet required specifications.
  • Identifying and troubleshooting machining issues.
  • Adjusting and reprogramming controls where required.
  • Replacing worn tooling and maintaining machining quality.
  • Completing production and quality documentation.
  • Supporting continuous improvement activities to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Maintaining a safe and organised working environment.
About You
We are looking for someone who has:
  • A time-served engineering apprenticeship or a minimum of 3 years' CNC turning experience.
  • Strong experience programming, setting and operating CNC lathes.
  • The ability to confidently read and edit ISO programs for turning.
  • Good knowledge of Fanuc-controlled CNC machinery.
  • The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
  • Good understanding of tooling, inserts, offsets and machine set-up.
  • Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing quality components.
  • Good organisational and time-management skills.
Desirable Experience
The following would be advantageous:
  • Experience with live tooling.
  • Experience with sub-spindles.
  • Experience programming ISO-controlled machines.
  • Experience working with PTFE.
  • CMM experience.
  • Experience with continuous improvement.
  • HNC/HND in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.
What's on Offer
  • £17 - £20 per hour, depending on experience.
  • Salary is negotiable for candidates with significant additional experience or specialist skills.
  • Monday-Thursday 6:00am-2:30pm.
  • Friday 6:00am-1:30pm.
  • Permanent position.
  • Day shift with an early finish on Fridays.
  • Opportunity to join an established engineering and manufacturing environment.
If you are an experienced CNC Turner / CNC Machinist looking for a permanent position in the Irlam/Manchester area and have strong Fanuc and ISO programming experience, we would be keen to hear from you.
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