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EDM Machinist
Location: Stroud
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent – Double Days Shift Rotation
Salary: Competitive basic salary plus generous shift allowance

Key Responsibilities:

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Set up and operate multiple EDM/Wire machines in line with production requirements.

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Ensure products meet quality, quantity, and cost expectations while adhering to production schedules.

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Work safely and in accordance with company Health & Safety policies.

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Take ownership of the quality and inspection of machined parts, including cleaning and de-burring.

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Use set-up sheets, tooling, fixtures, and Edgecam programs provided by Production Engineering.

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Follow the priorities outlined in the "Work to List" or as set by Production Supervision.

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Accurately record production and non-productive hours.

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Monitor EDM machine performance to ensure cycle times align with estimated costed times.

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Conduct cycle inspections using micrometers, verniers, and coordinate measuring machine reports.

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Complete Actual Dimensional Report Sheets (ADRS) where required.

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Provide feedback on CNC programs, tooling, and setup sheets to improve processes.

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Communicate effectively with the opposite shift machinist during shift handovers.

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Report and document non-conforming parts, conducting root cause analysis as necessary.

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Support additional duties as required to meet business and customer needs.

Key Skills:

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Experience operating and controlling EDM/Wire machines.

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Ability to read and understand CNC machine code for setup and operation.

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Knowledge of setup parameters, datum setting, tool length, and wear offsets.

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Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings.

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Strong experience in EDM/Wire setting and process improvements.

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Familiarity with working on Duplex and Nickel Alloy materials.

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Ability to perform precise metric conversions from engineering drawings.

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Experience in part inspections using gauges.

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Capability to run multiple similar machines