CNC Sliding Head Machinist 6784

Job Description:

CNC Sliding Head Machinist 6784

Location: Coventry
Hours: Double days
Salary: £17.77 an hour

Key Responsibilities of a CNC Sliding Head Machinist

• Setting and operating CNC sliding head machines to produce precision components to tight tolerances.
• Working with materials such as stainless steel, aluminium, brass and plastics.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings to ensure accurate manufacture.
• Editing programmes and making offset adjustments using Fanuc or similar controls.
• Carrying out first off inspection and in process quality checks using micrometers, verniers and gauges.
• Ensuring machines are maintained, tooling is replaced as required and downtime is minimised.
• Working to production schedules while maintaining high quality standards.
• Adhering to health and safety procedures at all times.
• Key Skills of a CNC Sliding Head Machinist
• Proven experience setting and operating CNC sliding head machines.
• Strong understanding of Fanuc controls or similar systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings.
• Experience working to tight tolerances within a precision engineering environment.
• Competent using a range of measuring equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible approach to shifts and overtime where required.

Key Skills of a CNC Sliding Head Machinist

• Previous experience setting and operating CNC sliding head machines within a precision engineering or automotive environment.
• Strong understanding of Fanuc controls.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Experience producing components to tight tolerances.
• Confident using a range of inspection and measuring equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high quality work.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team in a fast paced manufacturing environment