CNC Setter/Operator

About Us

Based in Crick, Northamptonshire, Smart Turn Ltd is a leading supplier in components for the Formula 1 and Oil & Gas industries. Established in 1992, we have over 30 years’ experience working in these fields.

We carry the ISOQAR 9001 Accreditation and are members of NOF Energy so we can support our customers with all their needs and work to the highest industry standards.

We strive for utmost quality and customer experience in all our operations, and are now continuing our journey of growth and development.

We are a company of opportunities and are looking for individuals who want to be a part of that development to join our team.

The Role

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join our team. We are seeking multiple CNC Setter/Operators due to company growth.

Reporting to the departmental supervisors and the Managing Director, you will be working as part of a wider team to undertake a variety of CNC duties and produce a wide range of precision components, completed with precision and in a timely manner.

We are based at Crick, Northamptonshire, NN6 7SL.

Key Responsibilities

· Set and operate CNC machining centres or lathes to carry out a range of turning, milling, and finishing operations

· Responsible for producing Oil & Gas and Formula 1 components on a range of CNC machinery

· Working in a variety of materials, such as stainless, inconel, cobalt, and aluminium

· Ensure that correct programs and tooling are selected

· Understand specifications of the task at hand and the desired result by reading process layouts and mechanical drawings

· Prepare and load materials and components onto the machines

· Supervise the machines whilst they execute the tasks and make any necessary adjustments

· Inspect and measure finished components

·General housekeeping within your working space

· Take a proactive approach to managing their own and others' Health & Safety

· Using CAD software to design programs and ascertain critical information

· Utilising one's skill set to design fixtures for specific components

· Completing ongoing quality assurance paperwork

· Monitor and adjust machine controls manually if programming proves inaccurate or machine is temperamental

· Be flexible in their duties/responsibilities and perform other duties which reasonably correspond to the general character of their job and their level of responsibility.

· Undertake overtime as and when required.

· Maintain confidentiality of data and information that is sensitive to the Company, in line with Company policy and the Data Protection Act (1998).

· Adhere to all Company’s policies.

· Report any plant or equipment damage to supervisor/Managing Director

· Advise supervisor of any damaged tooling or tooling required

· Reporting any drawing discrepancies to Supervisor

Qualifications, Experience, Skills & Training

• Completed relevant apprenticeship in engineering or a minimum of Level 3 NVQ or City & Guilds in the relevant field is desirable
• Experience of setting and operating a CNC machining centre or lathe
• Experience producing precision turned or milled components, preferably to low tolerances
• Familiarity with metric and imperial measurements
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience of machining a variety of materials, including high-strength, heat-treated, and ferrous
• Ability to complete ongoing quality documentation, maintaining communication with supervisors and quality operatives
• Understand basic measurement principles
• Understanding of basic quality principles

Person Specification

· High levels of attention to detail

· Ability to accurately follow processes and procedures

· Strong communication skills

· Desire to progress and improve skill set

· Hard working with the ability to complete tasks under pressure

· Natural aptitude, a strong work ethic, and conscientious attitude

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Up to £15.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Transport links

Flexible Language Requirement:

• English not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Are you familiar with setting/operating Fanuc-controlled CNC machines?
• Do you have experience producing precision turned or milled components for the Formula 1 or Oil & Gas industry?
• Have you produced components in stainless steel?
• Are you familiar with working in high-strength nickel alloys?
• Would you consider yourself to be a 'precision engineer'?
• Are you able to reliably commute to our premises at NN6 7SL utilising your own transport?

Experience:

• CNC Setter/Operator: 1 year (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person