MPI have a requirement for a CNC Machinist & Machine Tool Assembly Technician for our client based in Kempston, Bedfordshire.

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This is a Full-time (37 hours per week), salaried position between £33,000 and £35,000 dependent on experience, reporting to the Workshop Supervisor.

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Scope of the role:

The CNC Machinist & Machine Tool Assembly Technician will:

·Produce assemblies and ultra-high precision special purpose machines, within an Innovation environment.

·Produce prototype components for the build, assembly, test and development of high precision special purpose machinery.

Main duties and responsibilities:

·Operate manual and CNC machine tools (Siemens/Fanuc), to mill, turn and grind parts

·Assemble/fit, scrape and manually adjust high precision assemblies and R&D test apparatus to micron tolerances.

·Control the workload of the machine shop and priority projects.

·Manage and plan the machine shop tooling availability, including planning for preventative maintenance activities.

·Give pro-active input into manufacturing processes and the optimisation of assemblies.

·Liaise effectively with projects teams on a technical level.

·Understand and work at all times in line with Companies Values and Directives; specifically following the highest standards of health and safety.

·Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested.

Key skills requirements:

·Proven mechanical engineering experience of working in a precision environment.

·Relevant Engineering qualification in a Mechanical discipline, e.g., HNC/HND, C&G, BTEC, etc., or higher.

·Ability to read, understand, interpret, and manufacture from mechanical component and drawings.

·Self-driven individual with a ‘can-do’ attitude.

·Experience of working within a quality assurance system.

·Ability to work alone or part of a team.

·Has a full UK driving license and passport and prepared to travel occasionally to customer sites in the UK & overseas.