Abatec are working on behalf of our client in Cheddar to recruit a skilled Machinist to join their busy and growing workshop. This role is ideal for an experienced professional who can confidently interpret technical drawings, operate a range of manual and CNC machinery, and ensure high-quality, cost-effective production.

Benefits:

08.00 - 17.00 (40-hour paid week, Overtime available paid at 1.5

Additional call-out rate available

Target bonus - up to 6 additional days holiday and sales targets as a team, Additional holiday day with each year of service

Benefits package including life and health assistance.

Long-term progression

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

* Experience working with machine tools or mechanical assembly.

* Experience in using and/or programming manual, semi-automated or automated tools and machines.

* Ability to use precision tools (e.g. callipers) to take accurate measurements

* Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals

* Good at math with analytical abilities.

* Experience working with machine tools or mechanical assembly.

* Knowledge of speeds and feeds. Knowledge of safety protocols and PPE.

* Attention to detail with good communications skills.

* Knowledge and understanding of material requirements.

* Computer skills (MS Office Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Job responsibilities

* The cost-effective deployment of resources (labour and material) to achieve plan.

* Ensuring that all necessary components are available to meet production requirements.

* Reacting to situations as they arise to achieve the company's objectives.

* Plan work flow in order to meet customer requirements.

* Communicating in a concise and timely fashion.

* Review samples, drawings or instructions to understand specifications of output.

* Read and interpret CAD drawings in order to select correct machinery.

* Select appropriate machines (e.g. lathes) and position or load material for a job

* Determine and program size of batches, speed of machine etc.

* Monitor machine while working to adjust the feed, maintain temperature and identify issues.

* Check output to ensure consistency with specifications and discard defects.

* Keep records of approved and defective units or final products

* Perform routine machine maintenance and repair minor damages.

* Operation of Lathes and pillar drill.

* CNC Operation

* Ability to read blueprints and measuring devices such as callipers, micrometres and vernier.

* Understanding and experience with Ferrous, Non-Ferrous, plastics and copper.

* Experience repairing journals and shafts

* Maintains safe operation of equipment by adhering to safety protocols and regulations

* To be available for call out shift or overtime as directed by the Workshop Manager.

INDENG

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person