CNC Lathe Operator

Job Description

CNC Lathe Operator

Brafe Engineering Limited have an immediate requirement for a competent, skilled CNC Turner/programmer to join their team based in Woodbridge, Suffolk.

You will be working primarily with our DN Solutions Puma SMX 3100 High Performance Muti Axis Mill Turn Machines (Fanuc control 31i) and Haas CNC lathes.

Brafe Engineering Limited are an employee-owned company and we are a world-leading UK manufacturer of high specification alloy castings supporting global customers with an end-to end single service solution. As a business, we believe in investing in the 3 P’s; People, Plant & Process and that investing time and resources in these areas will be a key factor in the company’s future performance and competitiveness.

The successful CNC Machinist reporting to the Machine Shop Supervisor and Head of Machining.

Your key duties will include:

• To work from detailed technical drawings and specifications and working to tight tolerances.
• To be able to program, set and operate CNC Lathe machines.
• Having relevant programming knowledge and experience, will be required to edit and prove programs. (experience in Fanuc and Haas Control Systems).
• Experience in CAD/CAM would be beneficial.
• Ideally have experience in machining exotic materials, including Duplex, Super Duplex, Aluminum Bronze, Inconel, Monel, Titanium and Stellite
• Used to working with small batches and one-off pieces.

Skills and Attributes:

• To be reliable, driven and have the work ethic to solve problems and help move the business forward.
• Dedicated, skilled and self-sufficient CNC Machinist.
• Exceptional attention to detail and consciousness approach to machining
• Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines, while retaining quality standards and eradicating scrap
• Forward thinking individual, able to challenge the status quo and develop and suggest new methods of machining.
• Experience using Fanuc and Haas Controls is essential.
• Dynamic and capable of meeting deadlines within a fast-paced environment,
• To have a passion for engineering, forever pushing the boundaries of Machining, embracing, and striving with the latest technological developments.

An excellent salary is on offer of £16+ per hour depending on experience. You will work 37 hours a week hour (Monday to Thursday 08:30 – 16:30, Friday 08:30 – 16:00). Holiday entitlement is 25 days per annum plus Bank Holidays. Healthy overtime opportunities are likely. Great benefits are on offer including: a highly competitive pension and life cover. All PPE included including Overalls and Workwear

If you have the relevant experience and are interested in this role apply by forwarding your CV.