Senior Production Operator

My client is a leading Engineering Manufacturer based in Edinburgh looking for a Senior Production Operator who has experience managing Production Operators and is not afraid of 'helping out' on the production line as well. They are a growing business following the investment into a new state of the art MTE Milling Machine and require additional staff to join the expanding team to cover additional workload.
Job Description
As a Senior Production Operator, you will be responsible for the setting up, operating, and adjusting all machines and equipment in a heavy industrial manufacturing setting. Perform machining operations on CNC milling machine and manual machines when required using standard work documents, blueprints, safe job procedures and visual aids within task time. Responsibility for problem-solving and escalation is needed to meet customer order and business requirements.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities

• Setting up and operating CNC Milling Machines,
• Operating Semi-Automatic Bandsaw, CNC Drill, Hydraulic Press & 3 Axis Milling Machines
• Planning, programming, and inspection of products,
• Producing products to key specifications,
• Operating different types of machinery on the shop floor,
• Saw
• Drill
• Hydraulic Press
• Planing Machine
• Mobile plant - Forklift/Sideloader
• Overhead Cranes
• Multitasking and producing components to a high quality/standard,
• Providing assistance to the engineering team with appropriate feedback,
• Carrying out essential maintenance work and cleaning work within the required timeframe,
• Identify faults, determine the cause, and readjust the equipment/process,

Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge/skill/ability required to perform the essential functions of the job:

• 3+years' experience as a CNC Machinist desirable,
• Preferable to be trade qualified and have experience with CNC programming and machines,
• Experience with Siemens SINUMERIK ONE or (more common) Siemens 840 D sl. (Highly desirable),
• Understanding of Heidenhain control systems,
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and work to the instructions,
• Ability to use measuring instruments,
• Experience with heavy component machining (Highly desirable),
• Meet daily/weekly/monthly production targets,
• The ability to diligently follow Health & Safety measures as this role is in a critical safety environment, working in close proximity to various moving mechanical parts, overhead cranes and mobile plant traffic,
• Must be a self-starter, diligent, punctual and the ability to demonstrate strong initiative,
• A keen eye for process optimisation and CIP activities,
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well within a team,
• Forklift, Side loader & Overhead Crane training and certification will be provided,
• All key discipline areas will require training and competence as part of the progression program.

Benefits

• Base Salary: up to £34,000.00 per annum (dependent on experience),
• Core Hours: between 37hrs & 40hrs per week, shift pattern dependant,
• Ability to Work up to 3-Shift Working Patterns
• Enhanced Rates of Pay for Shift working & Overtime/Sat & Sun Rates,
• Annual Leave: 22 Days PLUS 10 Bank Holidays including Christmas Closure

If you are an experienced Production Operator in the manufacturing industry looking for a genuine career opportunity with this international company - please contact me on the below details to discuss your current situation confidentially and if the role might be of interest:-

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