CNC Machinist

Who are we?

EPS (UK) is an MV switchgear / substation designer and integrator / switchgear component manufacturer. We support prestigious customers in the Marine, Naval, Rail and Utility sectors. Our employees are our strength; we are a team of solutions focused, experienced switchgear specialists, who go above and beyond for our customers on interesting and challenging projects.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for a dynamic and highly driven CNC Machinist to join our Production Team in Nottingham. You will demonstrate a sound knowledge of CNC Machining with experience of working in an industrial engineering environment.

What are we looking for?

A candidate who is / has:

• a strong technical / experienced background with a minimum of 2 years in CNC operation / fabrication using a hydraulic press, grinder, miller laser cutter and CMM measuring machines.
• Experience with CNC lasers and press brakes is a bonus but not essential.
• demonstrable experience using industrial machinery in an engineering environment.
• able to set and load programs and CNC code and run a variety of CNC controller (e.g. FANUC, Heidenhain and Siemens) and fit the correct tools to active machines.
• CNC machinist qualifications and / or demonstrable time-served experience.
• able to effectively read mechanical drawings and demonstrate working knowledge of G coding, managing tooling, and optimising speeds and feeds.
• able to routinely maintain the CNC machines and devise procedures to ensure continuous uptime.
• able to perform proper set-up and calibration procedures for all equipment and accessories.
• able to set tolerance levels and cutting speeds.
• able to translate the requirements of detailed part drawings into measurements for production.
• able to work with CAD / CAM engineers to assist new product development.
• able to accurately measure outputs using micrometers and CMM for new production runs.
• inspect workflows to ensure that robust technical and quality standards are adhered to.
• devise work plans to efficiently carry out daily machining.
• able to effectively communicate using both verbal and written communication.
• able to organise and prioritise work effectively.
• able to take instructions with positivity and a can-do attitude.
• the ability to encourage others, demonstrate energy and drive to grow with the company.
• flexible and ready to undertake a variety of different and related tasks.
• pride in good housekeeping and organisation.
• willing to support a culture of continuous improvement, identify best practices and share knowledge and skills with other members of the Production Team.
• capable of communicating potential issues and providing solutions / rationalising corrective actions / procedures.
• willing to work overtime (at overtime rates) if required to ensure projects are delivered on time.
• able to currently work in UK and within a commutable distance to our Nottingham factory.

This is an excellent opportunity for the right person. We look forward to hearing from you, so please apply today.

We believe it is important to be transparent with our salary offer, being £26,000 – £28,000 per annum. Negotiable based on experience.

Full time in the Nottingham factory. Monday – Thursday 7:30am – 4:30pm. Friday 7:30-11am.

(We welcome a discussion on benefits with the right candidates).

Benefits

• Company pension.
• Private Medical.
• Overtime rates.
• Access to company vehicles.
• On-site parking.
• 20 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) with an additional 1 day holiday for each year served until the 5th year. (negotiable based on experience).