THE ROLE

Matara UK Limited is one of three businesses within our Motion Control & Automation (MCA) Specialist division.
Founded in 1995 and acquired by RUBIX in 2020, Matara works hard to deliver an unbeatable range of bespoke pneumatic and linear automation products, backed up with technical expertise, market leading value and a clear commitment to customer service.
Our company is searching for a talented and experienced CNC machine engineer to program and operate our computer numeric controlled (CNC) machines. You will be responsible for ensuring our company produces quality parts and tools specific to engineering drawings and our customers high standards.
As the machine engineer, the successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual with knowledge of CNC operations, also excellent attention to detail and mechanical aptitude in order to excel in this role. It would be advantageous if you possess knowledge of the latest equipment and techniques emerging in the industry.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set-up and manage CNC machines to perform different jobs including manufacturing from Solid and regrinding existing tools.
• Translate engineering drawings and requirements into dimensions for production, while adhering to very tight tolerances.
• Program offline to ensure maximum machine output.
• Ensure the CNC machine operates in accordance with the guidelines of the company.
• Oversee the machines while they execute the tasks and make the necessary changes to produce improved results.
• Check machinery on a daily basis to guarantee functionality.
• Record all machine actions by completing production and quality logs.
• Communicate logistics issues that arise in the process of creating a part.
• Ensure that results of machining process align with our customers’ expectations.
• Ability to use both handheld and CNC measurement equipment.
• Manual grinding abilities would be advantageous but full training will be given.