Grade 8 (£26,900) per annum – Grade 16 (£38,050) per annum, dependant on experience plus shift premium

Working as part of the Production Department, the Process Technician – Milling & Turning is responsible for supporting and optimising CNC milling and turning processes to ensure safe, efficient, and repeatable manufacture of high-quality components.

Main Responsibilities & Activities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain robust machining processes for CNC milling and turning operations.
• Provide technical support to production teams, leading hands, and supervision to resolve machining and process-related issues.
• Optimise cutting parameters, tooling, fixturing, and methods to improve efficiency, quality, and tool life.
• Support introduction of new products and processes, including trials, validation, and documentation.
• Create, maintain, and update process documentation including SOPs, work instructions, control plans, and process flow diagrams.
• Ensure machining processes comply with quality standards, customer requirements, and internal procedures.
• Investigate non-conformances, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives such as waste reduction, cycle time improvement, and scrap reduction.
• Work closely with Quality, Engineering, and Production teams to ensure smooth day-to-day operation.
• Support machine capability studies, first-off approvals, and ongoing process monitoring.
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental standards are adhered to at all times within the machining areas.
• Assist with training and development of operators on processes, tooling, and best practices.
• Carry out additional ‘reasonable tasks’ as required.

Essential:

• Proven experience in CNC milling and turning within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of machining principles, tooling, cutting data, and materials.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Problem-solving skills with a structured, analytical approach.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.
• Quality and Health & Safety focused mindset.
• Organised, proactive, and forward-thinking approach to work.