Manufacturing Technician - Mazak

CareerMakers is recruiting an experienced Manufacturing Technician for a permanent precision-manufacturing opportunity in South Liverpool. The role suits a time-served CNC machinist with strong hands-on experience setting and operating multi-axis turn/mill machining centres.

Benefits

• Salary dependent on experience and skillset
• 15 shift holidays (equivalent to 25 standard working days per year), rising by 1 day for every 5 years'' service.
• Bank holidays off, or a day back in lieu where applicable to the shift pattern.
• Christmas shutdown arrangements in line with the shift holiday allowance.
• 4 x salary life assurance.
• Auto-enrolment pension: 5% employee contribution and 4% employer contribution.
• Ride to work scheme after 6 months, breakdown cover and employee assistance programme.
• Remote GP appointments, mental health support and a high-street discounts/perks portal.

The Role

Set up and operate Mazak Integrex machine tools to produce precision components to fine tolerances. The role requires strong multi-axis turn/mill experience, a thorough understanding of ISO programming, and a methodical approach to machining, inspection and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Mazak Integrex multi-axis turn/mill machine tools.
• Produce precision-engineered components to fine tolerances.
• Machine stainless steels and heat-resistant superalloys.
• Use hard gauging and CMM equipment to verify product quality.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and engineering documentation.
• Apply strong ISO programming knowledge to machining requirements.
• Maintain a thorough, methodical approach and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Essential Experience

• Time-served CNC machinist with a minimum of 5 years'' setting and/ or operating experience in precision manufacturing.
• Setting and operating multi-axis CNC turn/mill machining centres.
• Setting and operating twin-spindle machines.
• Strong understanding of ISO programming.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and documentation.
• Precision gauging experience, including hard gauging and CMM systems.
• Competent in Microsoft Office.

Desirable Experience

• Knowledge of Mazatrol Smooth controls.
• Experience of twin-turret machining.

Shift Pattern

3 x 12-hour day shifts per week on a rotating weekly shift pattern.

How to Apply

Apply with an up-to-date CV and details of your availability. All applications will be handled confidentially by CareerMakers Engineering Perms Division.