CNC Machine Operator

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversifieed providers of rolling stock and infrastructure solutions and technologies for the global rail industry. The company provides advanced EMD® locomotives, engines, and technologies, railcars, trackwork, fasteners, signaling, rail welding and Kershaw Maintenance-of-Way equipment, along with dedicated locomotive and freight car repair services, aftermarket parts support and recycling operations.

Progress Rail’s deep industry expertise ensures a commitment to quality through innovative solutions. With a global network across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Italy, Australia, China, Germany, India, South Africa, the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom, we are committed to serving our customers.

THE ROLE

Are you an experienced CNC Operator looking for a new challenge? Would you feel confident operating CNC Machines and producing machined components to a production plan? Do you think you can do this in a safe and efficient manner, within the planned production time and to the required quality?

If so, this may be the role for you...

A day in the life of a CNC Operator…

• Ensure the correct grade of rail is used for each job as described on cutting sheets.
• Calculate the lengths of rail for each job, maximising rail length usage.
• Ensure the rail condition is to the agreed standard.
• Record and log each cast number in the logbook.
• Ensure the machine is programmed with the correct data for the process required for each rail.
• Record offcuts and actual rail usage on cutting sheets.
• Ensure offcuts returned to stock are correctly color-coded.
• Ensure each cut rail is marked with the next operation destination, length, ID of job, “front”/ “back”, work’s order number, and weight and tag number.
• Undertake inventory checks when required in accordance with current procedures, and ensure stock identification and count accuracy is achieved.
• Train new operatives when required.
• Ensure that safety requirements are met and work in accordance with the company’s procedures and legislation
• Reporting of accidents and ''near miss'' incidents in accordance with procedures.
• Communicate with the following shift via the logbook and at shift changeover.
• Ensure quality standards are met and improved on wherever possible
• Ensure Health and Safety Acts at work are and Company rules are adhered to
• Ensure the workplace and surrounding area is tidy and promote good housekeeping.
• Assist in the solving of production problems and continuously improve in all areas of operation

THE IDEAL CNC OPERATOR:

• Previous experience should include manufacturing industry, preferably in a medium to heavy environment
• CNC Operator Experience (milling)
• Ability to reading engineering drawings
• Awareness of safety legislation and quality procedures (ISO 9001)
• Attention to detail

What’s in it for you…

Salary: Up to £37,132 DOE inclusive of shift allowance

• Shift Allowance 
• Company funded external qualifications 
• 33 days holiday per annum, pro rate (inclusive of bank/public holidays)
• Company pension scheme with up to a 7% employer contribution
• Company funded life assurance of 3.5 times your annual salary 
• Professional and leadership development
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee recognition scheme
• Access to employee discounts hub 

Equal Opportunities

Progress Rail is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We value and embrace diversity of thought, background and unique experiences and we pride ourselves on being an inclusive workforce and culture.

A note for recruitment agencies…

We endeavour to hire great talent directly and therefore the use of agencies will only be used to exceptional circumstances. Unsolicited CV’s will not be accepted.