CNC Operator

About Us

Barnes Aerospace is an international group providing complex engineering solutions to some of the key names in the Aerospace and Defence market. Operating from sites close to our key customers in North America, Asia and Europe, the Barnes Aerospace group provides advanced technological solutions to the Aerospace Limited and Defence industry, leveraging an in-depth knowledge of fabrications, machining and the global supply chain to support complex aero-engine component manufacture and repair.

1 week rotation on shifts (25% shift allowance)
Dayshift 07:00 - 15:00 (Mon-Fri)
Backshift 15:00 - 23:00 (Mon-Thu) 15:00 - 22:00 (Fri)
Nightshift 23:00 – 07:00 (Mon-Thur)

OR

4 on 4 off shift pattern (33% shift allowance)

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate 3-axis and 5-axis CNC milling machines
• Interpret Engineering drawings, process sheets, blueprints, and sketches of part to determine machining to be done, dimensional specifications, set up, and operating requirements
• Interpret work instructions.
• Monitor machining processes and make adjustments to maintain tolerances
• Identify, select and set up tooling for operations being performed.
• Operate multiple machine tools and operations.
• Understand applicable quality systems and perform necessary quality inspections.
• Visually inspects final components.
• Uses precision measuring instruments & gauging devices and performs various quality inspection type procedures to include dimensional verification.
• Assumes responsibility for quality and functionality.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures.
• Maintain a team focused work environment.
• Responsible for general housekeeping and cleanliness of working area.
• Ability to work rotating Day/Back/Night shifts.
• Seek out and identify Continuous Improvement opportunities.
• Apply principles of Lean Manufacturing to reduced setup times and improve productivity.

Job Requirements

• Proven experience operating 3-axis and 5-axis CNC milling machines.
• Strong understanding of G-code and CNC controls (e.g., Fanuc, Siemens, or Heidenhain).
• Self-directed
• Promotes diversity of ideas
• Able to manage multiple priorities with a bias towards action and speed
• Customer focused
• Constantly displays integrity and respect
• Actively engages in discussions and openly supports team decisions
• Maintain a positive attitude in order to positively influence the process improvement activities throughout the organization

Minimum Qualifications

• Be time served in a machining discipline
• Previous experience in similar industry is preferable (Aerospace)
• Proven experience operating 3-axis and 5-axis CNC Milling machines with various controls including Fanuc, Mazatrol & Heidenheim
• Must be self-motivated and possess facilitation skills to be used in a team setting
• Prior experience with precision inspection equipment
• Proven ability to hold tight machining tolerances

Benefits

• 33 days annual leave
• Company Pension
• Company Sick Pay
• Healthcare cash back plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Assurance 3 x annual salary
• On-site parking
• Free flu jags
• Entrepreneurial and supportive company culture

Barnes Aerospace Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Barnes Aerospace Ltd is a subcontractor to the United States Government and provides defence services involving technical data and products governed by the Arms Export Control Act and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. parts 120 - 130 and the Export Administration Act and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 C.F.R. parts 730 – 774 (“Export Laws”). All candidates are subject to review and governance under such Export Laws and any offer of employment may be subject to additional considerations and/or conditions.