Lathe Programmer / Machinist, Galway

Dawnlough is a leading High Precision Engineering company that has rapidly grown to become a major supplier to some of the leading Aerospace and Medical Device companies around the world. Dawnlough is at the forefront in innovative solutions for a broad range of customers manufacturing needs. Dawnlough is now part of the Acrotec Group. Acrotec is one of the main players in the European Medtech subcontracting market.

Your Role This is a full-time role for an experienced Lathe Programmer / Machinist. The successful candidate will be responsible for programming, operating and maintaining lathe machines. The Lathe Programmer / Machinist will also be responsible for adhering to health&safety requirements, quality control inspections and working in line with best manufacturing practices to ensure optimal machine performance.

Key Responsibilities

Work within Dawnlough’s health and safety requirements

Interpret engineering drawings and specifications

Loading raw materials onto machines, along with selecting appropriate work/tool holdings

Generate programmes to produce precision components with volumes varying from one-off instances to mass-production

Capable of analysing and selecting optimal turning strategies

Achieve production targets and output requirements

Communicate and contribute as part of a team

Carry out required preventative machine maintenance

Carry out quality inspection on finished components to ensure quality standards are adhered to

Requirements for the Role

Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Lathe programmer / machinist in a high-precision production environment

Proficient in G-Code programming; experience with Alkart CNC Wizard software is advantageous

Knowledge and understanding of GD&T

Excellent attention to detail

Highly developed technical and analytical skills

Ability to work as part of a team, and independently when required, in a fast-paced environment

Experience machining various materials such as stainless steel, aluminium and medical grade plastics

High competency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and CAD

Job Types Full-time, Permanent

Salary€40,000

Benefits

Bike to work scheme

On-Site parking

Health Insurance

Schedule Monday to Friday

Work Location In person

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