CNC Machinist

Company:

Boeing United Kingdom Limited

At Boeing Sheffield we engage the talent, pride and passion of people to be the leading manufacturer of flight critical, complex machined hardware to all of Boeing Commercial Airplanes for today and tomorrow.

We are looking for Fabrication specialists and CNC Machinists, reporting into the Operations Manager, to join one of our Shift teams.

Role overview

The successful candidate will perform the following duties:

• Set-up / changeover and or operate a range of Mill-turn/ Twin Turret, Grinding or Sliding head machines and machining centers by installing and adjusting work holding, tooling and tool wear offsets.

• Efficiently and productively load and safely operate a range of CNC machines ensuring that down time is minimised.

• Able to run multiple machines / set-ups (multi task).

• Recognise, deploy, and properly use inserts, work holding, and tooling.

• Efficient identification of production process tool wear and the timely adjustment, replacement of worn, broken or damaged cutting tools.

• Verify programs and settings using a range of measuring / inspection equipment and apply appropriate adjustments to ensure that component quality is maintained.

• Provide timely feedback to the Line Manager on issues and any recommendations for process and/or quality improvement.

• Routinely electronically register and record all process operations on all machine tools being used and maintain results daily.

• Contribute to continuous improvement activities within the machining section.

• Ensure that daily / weekly / monthly maintenance tasks are carried out as required.

• Maintain a high level of housekeeping.

• Adhere to company procedure at all times.

• To support with any other ad-hoc tasks where required.

• To carry out any other reasonable tasks as may be requested from time to time to support the business within the various production areas, manufacturing facilities or elsewhere as may be required.

• To take a responsible and proactive approach to health, safety, and environmental risks in relation to your own role and to control the risks or report them to the management team as appropriate.

• Train and mentor other machinists / apprentices on site.

 Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Skilled engineer with experience of setting and operating CNC machines.

• Good level of numeracy and literacy.

• Good level of IT skills.

• Communicates honestly, professionally, and respectfully with others and demonstrates effective listening skills.

• Understands and can perform workshift and tool wear compensation / offsets.

• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings

• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations. (Ability to apply concepts such as trigonometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations).

• Perform daily and regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on machinery.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Used to working to tight tolerances in a wide range of materials.

• A strong working knowledge of cutting tool setting and applications and competent with the use of complex fixtures.

• Able to troubleshoot machining processes and work under own initiative.

• Able to train and mentor others.

• Experience of working in a dynamic sub-contract machining environment.

• FLT license desirable.

• Ability to reduce setup time and machining through process improvements.

• Experience of Aerospace machining and AS9100 requirements is desirable, other highly regulated industries will also be considered (medical, nuclear, automotive etc).

• Either: previous experience as a machinist with experience of CNC machines or a minimum: HNC qualified machinist.

Becoming and Boeing Employee

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans

• Continuous learning - you’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next

• Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way

• Diverse and inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs

• 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year

• Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution

• Company paid BUPA Medical Plan

• Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks

• Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week

• 6x annual salary life insurance

• 6 weeks Paternity leave

• 52 Weeks Maternity leave

• Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development

• Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives

Work Authorisation

This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants.

Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area, or relocate at their own expense.

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance:

This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift Worker (United Kingdom)