CNC Machinist

Company Description

John Crane, a business of Smiths Group, is a global leader in mission-critical flow control solutions for energy and process industries that enable efficient and sustainable operations. Our products include mechanical seals and systems, couplings, filtration systems, and predictive digital monitoring technologies. 

We have a global network of more than 200 sites in over 50 countries and employ more than 6,000 people worldwide. We partner with our customers to help them keep their operations safe, reduce downtime, improve efficiency, and meet the latest environmental standards. 

John Crane is part of Smiths Group. For over 170 years, Smiths has been pioneering progress by engineering for a better future. We serve millions of people every year, helping to create a safer, more efficient, productive, and better-connected world across four global markets: energy, security & defence, space & aerospace, and general industrial. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Smiths employs approximately 16,000 colleagues in over 50 countries. 

Job Description

CNC Operators are highly skilled professionals, able to work with great concentration and precision. They must be responsible and comply with all safety guidelines. A keen eye for detail and great mechanical aptitude are also essential.

The goal is to produce high quality precision parts and materials by programming machines to perform the right operations.

Responsibilities

Ability to read mechanical drawings, prototype sketches, electronic files and/or verbal instructions to facilitate the manufacturing of parts and assemblies by setting up, and operating CNC mills and lathes, EDM and a variety of general machine shop equipment.

Understand specifications of the task at hand and the desired result by reading mechanical drawings etc.

Translate instructions into computer commands so the machines can perform the correct function

Prepare and load raw materials and parts onto the machines

Prepare a test run to check if the machines produce outputs according to specifications

Set machines to complete full cycles to fabricate parts

Supervise the machines while they execute the tasks and make any necessary adjustments to produce a better result

Inspect and measure finished products and compare them with requirements to determine if the process has been completed properly

Identify and select the essential tools to fabricate the parts from tooling supplier catalogue

Check and maintain machinery daily to ensure functionality

Qualifications

Requirements and skills

Proven experience as CNC operator with 5+ years of experience

Skill in operating CNC machinery and tooling as well as precision measurement tools (CMM - Coordinate Measuring Machine)

Ability to read and interpret mechanical documents and drawings

Computer savvy with understanding of computer programming and CAD/CAM

Mechanical aptitude and good math skills

A keen eye for detail and results-driven approach

Good communication abilities

ITI, Diploma or equivalent; ITI certificate or diploma in engineering or relevant discipline is a plus

Additional Information

With colleagues stretching across the globe, we are proud of our diversity. To foster inclusivity, we run employee resource groups (ERGs) to provide a safe space for employees to connect and support each other. Our cross-business ERGs include Veterans, Pride Network, Black Employee Network, Women@Work Network, and Neurodiversity. 

Across our company, we recognize excellence, culminating in the Smiths Excellence Awards, our annual celebration of the most extraordinary activities, people, and projects that best showcase our strengths and help drive our business forward. We announce these on our annual Smiths Day, a global celebration of Smiths around our network. 

Join us for a great career with competitive compensation and benefits, while helping engineer a better future. 

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)