CNC Machinist (Milling) Double Days
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Overview
Waters Longbridge are hiring! We are looking for skilled CNC machinists (Milling) to join our team in Longbridge, in our brand new state of the art facility.
The successful candidate will set-up and operate multiple CNC machines and processes in our UK machining centre of excellence based in Longbridge, Birmingham. Working with state of the art 3 and 5 axis GF milling machines, Mazak lathes and Zeiss CMM machines to produce fully conforming components to a prescribed, efficient and timely manufacturing method.
In addition to salary, we provide 33 days holiday (Including bank holidays) , excellent family friendly benefits such as attractive employer pension contribution (up to 10% company contribution), life assurance, income protection, private medical and private dental. You will also benefit from free parking and access to electric car charging. With Waters, there are opportunities for you to grow, develop and contribute.
Working hours (Weekly rotation):
Monday - Thursday 0600 - 1400 (30 minute paid break)
Friday 0600 - 1300 (30 minute paid break)
Monday - Thursday 1345 - 2145 (30 minute paid break)
Friday 1245 - 1945 (30 minute paid break)
Responsibilities
- Manufacture and inspect components to drawing specification.
- Set up and operate variety of milling, turning and inspection equipment as per prescribed standard operating procedures.
- Monitor tool life and aid in the developing of process control by utilising pre-control & statistical process control techniques.
- In conjunction with the team leader, supervisors and manufacturing engineers adopt lean manufacturing and continuous improvement opportunities to optimise productivity.
- Compliance to good housekeeping methods and adherence to 5s to support a methodical and efficient work area.
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Qualifications
Education:
Ideally apprentice trained or equivalent proven experience in milling and turning.
Experience:
- Previous experience in an engineering/manufacturing role.
- Strong knowledge of machining techniques and appropriate tooling.
- Proven skills in a multi-axis/complex machining environment.
- Attention to detail, accuracy, and process improvement techniques.
- Proficiency in using relevant ispection techniques/equipment to achieve drawing tolerances.
- Experience on different mill/turn CNC machines (GF, Mazak,Robodrill).
Competencies:
- Highly numerate team player with the ability to work to high standards and exacting targets
- Ability to manufacture and inspect to engineering drawings.
- Capable of multi-tasking and with high levels of attention to detail for both manufacture and documentation
- Project a flexible, proactive approach, coupled with the willingness to ensure outputs are achieved - working overtime as required.
We're actively building diverse teams and welcome applications from everyone. But simply having a diverse workforce is not enough. We aim to build an inclusive environment, where everyone can contribute their best work and develop to their full potential. We celebrate our differences and recognise the importance of teams reflecting the communities they serve.
We can make reasonable adjustments to our interview process according to your needs.
Company Description
Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT) is a global leader in life sciences and diagnostics, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, our innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across chemistry, physics, and biology. We collaborate with customers around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, ensure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combating antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, our passionate team of ~16,000 colleagues turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.
Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our core values at Waters Corporation. It benefits our employees, our products, our customers and our community. Waters complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Waters is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
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