Production

Machining Technician

  • Contract
  • Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, UK
  • 42100771

Desired Skills: gmp,sop,maintenance,machining

PE Global is recruiting a Machining Technician for our manufacturing client in Peterborough. The role is an initial 12-month contract & the rate for this role is £18.00 PAYE or £24.43 Umbrella p/h.

Responsibilities:

  • Carry out a variety of machining tasks to support current and new Research & Development programmes
  • Operate conventional manual machinery including lathes, milling machines, grinding and boring machines
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings and follow engineers’ instructions accurately
  • Produce precision components to tight deadlines and high quality standards
  • Use measuring equipment such as vernier callipers, depth gauges and thread gauges
  • Adhere to all company processes including Safety, Standard Work and Quality
  • Maintain good housekeeping standards within the work area
  • Work collaboratively with machining engineers, coordinators and wider team members

Requirements:

  • Proven machining background with strong fundamentals in machining processes
  • Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
  • Experience using conventional machining equipment
  • Competent using PC systems, including Microsoft Office 365 and basic Excel
  • Self-motivated with strong teamwork and problem-solving skills
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Adaptable and positive attitude to change

Desirable Experience:

  • Apprenticeship / City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in Machining or equivalent
  • Experience using Mazak 5-axis (Mazatrol Smooth X control) and/or FeatureCAM
  • Experience using Haas ST-10 with Fanuc control
  • Background in military or aerospace environments (highly transferable skills)

Working Hours:

  • 37 hours per week
  • 07:00 – 15:30 Monday to Thursday
  • 07:00 – 12:00 Friday
  • Flexibility available within the team (to be agreed with the Hiring Manager)

Additional Information:

  • All PPE is provided
  • Role is 5 days per week onsite
  • One-stage interview process (face-to-face preferred; Teams possible if relocating)

Please note PE Global cannot provide visa sponsorship for applicants. Applicants will need the full right to live and work within the UK for at least the next 12 months.