EDM programmer setter operator

Our client specialises in manufacturing different gearing systems. They are looking for someone to program, set, and operate Electrical Discharge Machines (EDM), Makino wire machines, in line with engineering drawings and customer specifications. The role ensures machines are correctly prepared, tooling is optimised, and components are produced efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program, set and operate wire erosion in-line with engineering drawings and specifications
• Interpret engineering drawings in both metric and imperial units to manufacture high-precision components within tight tolerances
• Download, validate, and optimise CNC/EDM programs to maximise efficiency and accuracy
• Select, set up, and secure tooling, fixtures, and workpieces appropriately
• Carry out trial runs, inspect first-off parts, and perform in-process inspections to ensure adherence to quality standards
• Adjust machine settings, offsets, and tooling to maintain accuracy and meet production targets
• Organise and prioritise tasks in line with production schedules and operational demands
• Assist with prototype, development, and tooling projects, including the manufacture and modification of fixtures
• Rectify or rework non-conforming parts to meet specifications, while supporting tool repair and refurbishment to reduce downtime
• Perform routine maintenance on EDM equipment, including cleaning, dielectric checks, and wire/electrode handling
• Ensure machines are fully supplied with necessary consumables such as wire, electrodes, dielectric fluids, and tooling

Skills and 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

Benefits

• Overtime at 1.5X
• 33 days (including bank and public holidays)
• Group life cover: 4x current basic annual salary
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave and pay
• Pension: salary sacrifice with Royal London (ER contribution after 3 months is 3%; employee minimum contribution is 5%).