Senior CNC Machinist / Programmer – Medical Devices
A Senior CNC Machinist operates and programmes computerised numerical controlled (CNC) machines. A Senior CNC Machinist in Caragh is responsible for programming, setting up and overseeing the operations of multi axis CNC machines (e.g. Fanuc, Hermle, Willimen & Citizen) to manufacture medical device components under minimal supervision.
Duties and responsibilities
- Adhere to company health and safety requirements
- Inspecting materials and specifications
- Creating, reading and interpreting drawings and specifications
- Create CNC programmes to produce one-off and/or mass-produced components
- Capable of selecting correct cutting tooling and machining strategies
- Capable of selecting appropriate tool holding and work holding
- Preparing and loading raw materials onto the machines
- Cycles the machine, and detects malfunctions in machine operations, such as worn or damaged cutting tools
- Achieving the required production levels
- Communicates with and trains co-workers
- Planning stock inventory and ordering parts
- Conducting machinery checks on a daily basis
- Responsible for maintaining quality and safety standards and procedures
- Maintains a clean work environment, keeping records, and maintaining equipment
Requirements and qualifications
- A minimum of a Mechanical or Precision Engineering Diploma or Qualified Toolmaker or Fitter
- Minimum of 7 years of experience as a CNC milling or sliding head lathe machinist
- Strong computer skills with a good knowledge of CAM software, preferably Mastercam
- Familiarity with machines such as Fanuc, Hermle, Willimen & Citizen would be a major advantage
- Strong knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
- Experience machining stainless steels, titanium, cobalt chrome and medical grade polymers would be an advantage
- Strong maths/numerical skills
- Excellent technical and analytical skills
- Highly developed attention to detail and concentration
- Excellent ability to read and interpret drawings
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong team player with the ability to train co-workers
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Bike to work scheme
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person