CNC SETTER OPERATOR

A well-established manufacturer of high quality, specialist equipment, have a requirement for a skilled CNC Setter Operator.

The organisation offer excellent working conditions and a substantial benefits package including a annual bonus.

Based at the companies modern and well-equipped facility in Witney, the successful candidate will work within a small team and be responsible for the manufacture of a variety of components and associated tooling.

Key Responsibilities:

• Setting 4 axis horizontal CNC mills in accordance with requirements
• Operating the equipment effectively
• Ensure programs are running effectively and edit as required to maintain surface quality, cycle time and tool life.
• Eliminate waste and optimise process. (Fanuc based)
• Loading and running new CNC programs through prove out
• Perform 1st off and subsequent inspection
• Support operators with effective handover notes, inspection criteria and any requisite action items for subsequent shift
• Contribute to a continuous improvement culture by suggesting and supporting process-oriented improvements
• Maintain effective housekeeping of machine tool programs

Skills & Experience:

• Engineering Apprenticeship Qualified
• 2 years minimum previous experience in setting and operating CNC equipment
• Experience of reading and understanding Engineering drawings and
• Proficiency in a range of measuring equipment and inspection
• Experience in producing high quality close tolerance machined components
• Experience of basic turning & milling

Hours of Work:

Monday to Thursday 07:00 to 15:30, and Fridays 07:00 to 12:30 (37.5 hours per week)

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Production Operator

Hours on work 8am to 4pm Monday to Friday

Location Wallingford

The Production Operator's role is to work in the conformal coating departments' cleaning, masking, demasking and touch in departments and the distribution department. Working under the guidance of the departments' Technician Supervisor and Production Manager, you will acquire the knowledge to work independently and always according to the job route cards and drawings. Work practices and procedures must always be adhered to and daily actions recorded on the job route card. Health and safety standards must be adhered to all times and an understanding of the critical nature of the task, hazardous materials and the working environment is essential.

Key areas of responsibility Conformal Coating Production

* Clean, mask, wash, inspect, demask and touch in printed circuit boards.

* Meet production targets daily

* Maintain a log of your work completed daily and sign route cards

* Follow instructions on job route cards, raising awareness about non-compliance and contributing to continuous improvement.

* Support the Distribution Supervisor by checking in and inspecting printed circuit boards

* Prepare boards ready for processing

* Work in line with dispatch schedules liaising with department heads regarding priorities

* Assist in the training of new and existing staff members

* Maintain a clean, tidy and safe working environment

* Wear appropriate PPE at all times. Distribution

* Assist the distribution technician in the distribution department

* Stock control and ensure stock remains within expiry date

* Blending, decanting and mixing of custom materials

* Pack materials ready for dispatch

* Book couriers and prepare paperwork for product dispatch

* Assist with maintenance and cleanliness of the workshop.

* Best practice in health and safety and PPE at all times without exception.

* Ensuring correct records are maintained accurately.

Key skills & responsibilities

* Manage workload effectively

* Keep a record of daily activities and objectives

* Ensure weekly targets are met * Always promote best practice in health and safety

* Monitor and record stock effectively

* Engage with company objectives and be an active member of the team

* Use ERP system and maintain your handheld device

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A mechanical manufacturing firm in Oxfordshire is looking for a Production Quality Engineer with technical knowledge in production, mechanical products and quality assurance experience along with experience working with SAP and 8D.

Responsible For:

Management of all quality-related issues within the manufacturing team

(e.g., internal and customer warranty)

Identification of the root cause of production quality issues and the implementation of permanent corrective actions, preventing the compromise of quality standards; driving continuous improvement.

General Description:

To provide effective quality control from goods inwards inspection throughout production process by ensuring that the capture, reporting and resolution of all quality related non-conformities is undertaken in an efficient and timely manner.

Maintaining and updating the company Quality Assurance database (NCR) with the overall target objective of reducing both internal and external non-conformities.

Liaising with the supplier quality engineer and other stakeholders to communicate quality defects affecting production, with timely resolution. Providing QA data to support implementation of corrective actions with the support of the manufacturing engineering team.

Skills and Attributes

Self-motivated with excellent time management and organisational skills with the ability to work independently and as well as part of a team to achieve targets. You will have a keen eye for detail which will enable you identify potential quality related issues. Strong leadership qualities with perhaps aspirations for management. Working closely with Purchasing, Production and Technical depts, you will apply a systematic approach to clearly communicate quality information and work with manufacturing engineers to resolve quality related issues.

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant manufacturing/engineering /science degree preferred, or ONC, A Levels, BTec.
• Minimum of four years previous experience in similar QA role within a fast-moving production environment.
• Strong technical knowledge in the marine, aerospace and or automotive industry (preferable but not restricted to). Strong ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Strong experience of product inspection advantageous.
• Internal auditing experience plus qualification.
• Membership of professional body would be advantageous.
• Professional qualifications would advantageous.
• Computer literate in MS Office and Adobe software as well as SAP.
• Experience using SAP is advantageous.
• Experience with QMS procedures and good understanding and experience of robust QA procedures.
• Problem solving skills such as 8D.
• Strong knowledge and application of FAIR, PPAP & FMEA.
• Knowledge of AS9100 (preferable but not restricted to), minimum knowledge of ISO 9001.
• Understanding of ISO14001 and Health and Safety practices
• Strong process mapping experience and writing of work instructions.
• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Strong Planning and prioritising skills with methodical approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to present data effectively, with excellent analytical skills.
• Strong Problem-solving and team working skills.
• Understanding of cost and financial impacts

Hours are Monday - Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm with some flexibility, competitive salary of c£43k, Bupa Healthcare, contribution pension and free parking on site.

This is not a hybrid role and is based in Oxfordshire and due to the location you need to drive.

A rapidly growing manufacturing firm near Oxford are looking for a Production Operative from a manufacturing, construction, moulding or fabrication background to assist in the assembly and finish of moulded parts.

Must be practically minded and able to use conventional workshop power and hand tools, live in Oxfordshire and drive to travel to the location.

Your responsibilities will be to assist in the manufacture of products by adopting good workmanship standards and paying particular attention to quality.

• Assist in the preparation of mouldings in support of the production schedule.
• Assist in the preparation and bonding of boats.
• Assist in the cutting, grinding and flow coating of bonded boats.
• Assist in other areas of the manufacturing process as direct by your line supervisor.
• Assist in the production of sub-assemblies as and when required.
• Assist in the training of other personnel including new production operatives as required.
• Maintain workstation in a clean and tidy state.
• Operate in accordance with the company's Health and Safety procedure, and other related company policies.

Qualifications and Experience:
A good standard of general education and either qualified by experience or an Engineering BTEC Level qualifications with 1-2 years plus experience of working in a similar environment.

You need to have a can-do attitude, self-motivated and be able to work on own initiative
Problem solver, good communicator and be able to understand and communicate instructions clearly and effectively with good attention to detail. Work well alone or in a team..
Hours are Monday - Friday 7.00am - 3.00pm, salary is £25k, Bupa Healthcare, contribution pension and free parking. Due to the location you to be able to have transport.