CNC Turner Setter Operator MK1 AM SHIFT

Position:                CNC Turner Setter/Operator (MK1)

Competitive Hourly Rate:  from £17.61 per hour including 15% shift allowance.

January 2027 Hourly Rate Increase to £18.37 per hour including 12.5% shift allowance

Based on setter / operator level in line with our Grading Structure.

Competitive Benefits Package - Up to a max of 10% Employers Pension Contribution, Up to 6 x Life Assurance, Benefits Health Care Package, annual bonus scheme, Bronze Healthcare Cash Cover, 25 + 8 statutory days holiday, regular overtime based on production requirements, excellent site working conditions, and uniform.

Premium Shift Working Hours:  AM SHIFT - Monday to Thursday 6 am to 2.30 pm and Friday early finish 11.30 am  -

Premium Location:  Leicester, Meridian Business Park, Leicester, LE19 1WH - excellent working conditions

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Essential Functions

The key activities outlined below represent an overview only of the position of CNC Setter/Operator based on site at the Leicester Plant and should not be seen as a prescriptive list of activities.  A flexible and responsive approach to this role is vital, together with the initiative in identifying and focusing on the needs of the business and its customers.

Specific Responsibilities

• Set, Fault Find & Operate machines to produce fasteners to strict tolerances.
• In process deburring and Self Inspection
• To use gauges and measuring equipment to ensure product meets required specifications.
• Self-certification of personal work.
• To prove out downloaded programs so they are in line with the correct timings in accordance with our manufacturing and quality standards and then to up load the proven program.
• Keep all computer files and manual paperwork accurate and up to date at all times.
• Responsible for producing SPC charts and records.
• Ensure housekeeping is maintained to the highest standards.
• Ensure all quality procedures are adhered to, taking an active part in root cause analysis.

General Company Support

• Undertake to train on all machines to ensure 100% flexibility in the workplace, and once fully trained to train others.
• To actively take part in locally focused, or multi-functional continuous improvement teams.
• Work as fully flexible team member within the Company to maximize levels of production and quality.
• Maximize plant and resource utilization.

Company Responsibilities

• Maintain full compliance with Howmet policies and procedures and conduct all activities in accordance with the Howmet Guide to Business Conduct.
• To adhere to all company EHS requirements and actively participate in the identification and elimination of hazards.
• To undertake and promote their own self development, in line with Company and personal aims.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience & Background

• Experience of working within a busy Manufacturing environment.
• Experience setting CNC Machines preferably DMG/Mori/CMZ/Doosan with fanuc/sieman controls
• Aerospace experience would be advantageous.

Competencies & Skills - Person specification

Communication

• Strong communication skills.
• Communicates effectively with fellow team members.
• Listens to other people and is respectful to their opinions.