Electrical Discharge Machines Programmer, Setter, Operator Full Time

Position: Electrical Discharge Machine (EDM) Programmer, Setter, Operator

Salary: Competitive salary, dependent on experience, plus benefits

Hours: Monday – Thursday, 06:30am – 15:15pm, Friday 06:00am – 13:00pm

Location: Commutable from Camberley, Bracknell, Farnborough, Farnham, Guildford, Aldershot and surrounding areas

Company:

A very modern, well established and growing manufacturing company who precision machined parts and solutions to Aerospace Industry are on the lookout for a EDM Programmer, Setter, Operator to join their team.

You will benefit from a modern, clean and cutting edge technology environment, backed by a great and supportive team where you will have scope to learn, progress and develop your career.

Main Purpose:

Program, set and operate Electrical Discharge Machines (EDM), Makino wire machines in line with engineering drawings and specifications, ensuring high-quality, accurate components are produced safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program, set and operate wire erosion in line with engineering drawings and specifications
• Interpret engineering drawings (metric and imperial) and work to tight tolerances
• Download, prove out and optimise CNC/EDM programs
• Set up tooling, fixtures and workpieces correctly
• Inspect components (first-off and in-process) to ensure quality standards
• Adjust machine parameters and offsets to maintain accuracy
• Carry out routine machine maintenance and ensure consumables are stocked
• Support tooling, prototype and development work
• Maintain production records and follow quality and safety procedures

Skills & Qualifications/Experience:

• Time-served engineer or equivalent experience within a precision engineering environment
• Proven experience in wire erosion and/or spark erosion, including programming and operating EDM Makino machinery
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, geometric tolerances, and working to tight tolerances on precision components
• Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes, tooling, materials, and inspection methods
• Familiar with NADCAP requirements
• Good awareness of quality standards and health & safety regulations within a manufacturing environment
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing high-quality, right-first-timework
• Methodical and disciplined approach, with the ability to follow processes while also thinking practically
• Strong problem-solving and fault-finding ability, with a hands-on engineering mindset
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of tasks, and manage workload effectively
• Good communication skills and ability to collaborate across production, quality, and engineering teams
• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement and efficiency

Personal Attributes:

• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality
• Proactive and able to work independently
• Methodical and organised approach to work
• Reliable, dependable, and professional
• Positive attitude and team-focused

If this role sounds of interest, please apply now and send your most up to date CV to Vicky at TechNichols Resourcing to be considered. Or call TechNichols Resourcing and speak with Vicky for further information.

We will endeavour to get back to all applicants but if you have not heard back within 5 working days unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful.