Lathe Turning & Boring Operator
Hours: Double shifts 06.00 to 14.00 and 14.00 to 22.00 Monday to Friday rotating shift.
£14.37 per hour
8.75 shift allowance
2 years minimum working on lathes, making large shafts using steady's tight tolerances.
JOB PURPOSE: To follow relevant company procedures & route card documentation to support production operations in the proof or final machining of components / test pieces.
Finished components / test pieces will be required to meet the Quality acceptance standards & delivery timescales whilst ensuring activities are conducted in a safe, efficient & cost-effective manner, thereby satisfying internal business needs & customer requirements.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To be able to interpret 2D drawing, specifications & route card instructions.
- Plan & work out: - how to machine the various features of the component - the correct machine to carry out the task. - the most efficient order to carry out machining tasks. - how to set up / locate / clamp the workpiece (including centres, banding & steadies) - the correct tools for each stage of the operation - the correct speeds, feeds, lubricants & pressures
- Dimensional inspection & layout “mark off” of component prior to start of machining.
- Operate the machine(s) manually. When required, basic programming of machine using Siemens controls. Check / inspect component at various stages of sequence & final inspection to ensure quality standards are achieved.
- Trouble shooting & making adjustments where necessary.
- Deburring components and ensuring they are safe for material movement.
- Use of overhead cranes. (LOLER Training will be provided) Ensuring Machines & workplace areas are clean, tidy, and organised.
- General TPM activities, swarf removal, coolant routine oiling and greasing of machine etc. Monitor & maintain consumable stock levels e.g. boring lubricants.
- Carry out daily bookings against route card jobs and timings.
- Adhere to and encourage health and safety methods and procedures.
- Adhere to company environmental policy & procedures.
- Any other duties that maybe asked by team leader / manager that are within capabilities & Health & Safety parameters.
REQUIREMENTS:
- An apprenticeship or equivalent relevant experience.
- Min 2 years’ experience in manual lathe turning &/or deep hole boring. (large scale machines preferred)
- The ability to interpret complex engineering drawings.Lifting and slinging capabilities.
- A full understanding of Health & Safety and the capability to work safely in a heavy engineering environment.
- The capability to understand and follow basic CNC programs (Knowledge/experience of Siemens language preferred)
- Character traits: - Patience - Good maths knowledge - Analytical thinking skills - Thorough / logical approach - Good attention to detail & hand to eye coordination - Ability to work on your own & make your decisions.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Ensuring component meets required Customer drawing requirements / Inspection surveillance fits. For example, on a 22 metre long component, tolerances of +/-.05mm are required on internal /external linear features & diameters along with surface finish requirements of 1.6µm.
- Machine(s) to be always cutting material unless machine breakdown or component changeover. Maintaining document & component/test bar traceability
- Machines & workplace are clean & tidy. - Machine table & bed to be clear of built-up swarf. - All tools not being used to be located on shadow boards / cabinet. - All cleaning tools to be stored on shadow board when not in use. - Lifting chains / slings / protectors to be stored on racks. - Leaks & spills within area to be addressed, including replacing & disposing of soiled absorbent mats. - Workbench surfaces to be clear & tidy at the end of the shift.
- Material movement to be conducted in line with laid down safety procedures. Report to Machine Shop Supervisor with any problems or issues when necessary. For example: any health and safety issues or machine breakdowns must be reported.
- Inspection of work. Any non-conforming processes must be reported to team leader or Manager.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £14.37 per hour
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- Do you have CNC programming and running machines experience?
- Have you worked in a Heavy Engineering environment?
Work Location: In person
