Who is Senior plc?

Senior is a FTSE listed (symbol SNR) international manufacturing Group with 20 operations in 10 countries. Senior designs, manufactures and markets high-technology components and systems for the principal original equipment manufacturers in the worldwide aerospace, defence, land vehicle and power & energy markets.

We have a long history of well-respected brands and an excellent reputation in our key market sectors. Senior delivers value to its customers and shareholders via operational excellence that is underpinned by its people and processes.

Our global values underpin what we do, and how we do it …

Safety – Integrity – Customer Focus – Respect & Trust – Accountability – Excellence

Who is Senior Flexonics – Lymington Precision Engineers

Lymington Precision Engineers (LPE) is a Senior Flexonics Group company, and is a leading manufacturer of precision machined components, assemblies and kit sets for the Oil and Gas, Telecommunications, Aerospace and Defence, Land and Sea Systems, Nuclear and Marine industries and emerging markets.

We pride ourselves on our ability to manufacture extremely complicated components and assemblies utilising state of the art equipment and facilities.

We are an AS/EN 9100, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified company and offer a fully engineered solution, from design concept through to high volume manufacture, to supply a range of world class products to our customers.

We evaluate every part of our customers’ requirements which enables us to provide a truly bespoke high-quality solution that delivers real value.

5 Axis CNC Miller - What does the job involve?

The job involves the programming, setting and operating of CNC mills producing high value components across various industries. With the work being carried out in accordance with job card instructions and attendant stage drawings, customer specifications and in accordance with the company’s quality system

Hours of work: 39 hours per week.

Core shift - Monday to Thursday 6.45am to 3.30pm and Friday 7.00am to 1.00pm with 30-minute break for lunch

5 Axis CNC Miller - What will my responsibilities include?’

• Programming, setting and operating of CNC milling 3, 4 & 5 axis machines following set up sheets
• Ensuring that the methods, tooling, and fixtures used to effectively achieve a cost-effective quality product in accordance with the production requirements.
• Evaluate program blueprints to outline machine operations and dimensions
• In conjunction with the support team, develop standard work for NPI / modified products being introduced to the manufacturing area. 
• Help move existing machining processes to other areas of the machine shop to aid production.
• Train and hand over machining processes to other members of the production team.
• Monitoring the process during manufacture to ensure total process control is maintained, ensuring an energetic pursuit of improved methods and production times. 
• Make use of network links DNC to ensure transmission of command from computer servers to computer numerical control modules
• Take accurate measurements of work piece and gauges for production
• Carryout daily maintenance measures to ensure good condition of machines
• Operate one or more machines with little or no assistance
• Produce and update procedure and process set-up sheets
• High degree of attention to detail 
• Interpretation of technical drawings with a high-level understanding of geometric dimensions & tolerances
• Ensure that quality and safety standards are always adhered to
• Ensures that all work is carried out in a safe manner and in accordance with the relevant safe systems of work and generally in accordance with the company’s safety policies.

5 Axis CNC Miller - What key skills and experience do I need?

• Must have the right to live and work in the UK (Essential)
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience working within a high precision manufacturing environment
• Experience of working to engineering
• drawings or work instructions i.e. Job Cards
• Wide ranging manufacturing process knowledge, across differing materials in
• varying applications
• Knowledge of how to machine, handle and protect all types of manufactured components
• Experience and ability to program, set and operate different machine tools
• Experience of programming CNC milling machines or CNC Mill/Turn machine
• Ability to interpret technical drawings with a high-level understanding of geometric dimensions & tolerances
• Programming, setting and operating of CNC milling 3, 4 & 5 axis machines
• Knowledge of modern tooling and machining techniques (Desirable)
• Good knowledge of Health & Safety requirements (Desirable)
• Knowledge of Mazak, Heidenheim and Fanuc controls (Desirable)

5 Axis CNC Miller - What qualifications should I have?

• Basic O’ Level / GCSE Qualifications, technical qualification (City & Guilds or NVQ).
• Completed a recognised apprenticeship in mechanical engineering.
• Security Clearance (Desirable)
   

Why join Senior Flexonics – Lymington Precision Engineers

Some of the benefits you can expect if you are successful are:

• Excellent pension and life assurance scheme
• Free on-site car parking
• Career and development opportunities
• 34 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)
• Health cash plan scheme
• Health & wellbeing services
• Employee discount scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Profit sharing scheme
• Reward and recognition

LPE are an Equal Opportunities employer who is committed to creating a working environment where our people will grow and thrive. We strive to create the conditions for our employees to develop their potential in a workplace where there is respect and value for diversity and wellbeing.