CNC Operator & Programmer

CNC Operator and Programmer Find out more about the daily tasks, overall responsibilities, and required experience for this opportunity by scrolling down now. Our client, a successful manufacturing business close to Norwich, are currently seeking a CNC Operator and Programmer to join their team This is a full time, permanent position. HOURS: Basic hours 8:30am — 5:00pm Mon — Fri lunch (30 min lunch)

Key Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• Must have a flexible approach to working hours and be able to work extended hours on occasions
• Good understanding of the principles of CNC machining, design and engineering
• Has a reasonable knowledge of CAD/CAM capabilities
• The ideal candidate will have a good engineering aptitude, will be from a CNC router (or similar) programming background.
• Prior programming experience or ability to learn proprietary programming software
• Ability to read and understand CAD/CAM drawings
• Ability to transfer practical CNC knowledge into program variables.
• Basic understanding of PC file structures and MS Office programs
• Ability to understand basic engineering calculations
• Fundamental appreciation of business concepts
• Able to demonstrate success and experience in a machining background.
• Have CNC machine minding experience within wood or metal work.

Job Purpose

• To operate and program all CNC machines.
• Specific responsibility for the XYZ Milling and CNC extrusion machining centre for production of aluminium extrusions.
• Machining methods and quality to be in accordance with agreed machining principles and procedures.

Key Responsibilities And Accountibilities

• Operate and program the CNC extrusion machining centre, utilising the propriety software
• Ensuring the optimum process to achieve minimal material wastage and optimum machine utilisation.
• Reporting any problems or potential problems to your immediate supervisor.
• Train to be able to carry out the maximum range of tasks within the machining / finishing department, including operating and programming all CAD/CAM based CNC machines.
• Liaise with the design engineer to remove any ambiguity or resolve any product queries.
• Liaise with the Machine Shop Department Leader to organise and implement work schedules.
• Reporting any shortage of material stock, tooling or consumables. xwwtmva
• Assist with the operation of a full maintenance programme in accordance with the Machine manufacturers and guidelines.
• Ensure that the...