The Role 

Operate CNC machine tools in the manufacturing department, specifically in Screw Compressor Rotor manufacturing. This includes milling, turning, grinding and balancing. Howden have WFL Millturns, Holroyd Grinding/Milling machines, Danobat cylindrical grinders, Schenk balancing machines and manual lathes. All CNC machines have Siemens controls.

Who are we?

Since 1854, Howden has been at the forefront of developing engineering solutions for the needs of industrial processes. Today, Howden provide mission critical air and gas handling products to clients with our range of highly engineered compressors, blowers, fans, steam turbines and rotary heat exchangers.

In 2023, Chart acquired Howden. Chart Industries is a leading global manufacturer of highly engineered equipment servicing multiple applications in the clean energy and industrial gas markets

What will you do? 

• Manufacture compressor components to Engineering drawings and specifications to ensure successful first time build and test of finished compressors.
• Adhere to all relevant instructions contained within Work Standard Instructions (WSI’s) in the manufacture of Compressor components.
• Conform to all aspects of HCO’s Quality Management System including the fulfilment of all relevant procedures etc. including all Standard Practice Instructions (SPI’s)
• Deliver quality components in a timely manner whilst contributing to efficient and effective manufacturing principles.
• Contribute and comply with accurate collation of Shop Floor Documentation information including data contained within HCO’s Shop Floor Data Collection system (SFDC).
• Provide training support for Apprentices and work colleagues to help improve skills levels
• Interact and respond to all aspects of HBE supporting cost reduction, efficiency, delivery and Quality improvements.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety standards in compliance with company policy to ensure safe working environment.

Skills, knowledge & behaviours

Essential skills, knowledge & behaviours

• Recognised Engineering apprenticeship and relevant qualifications.
• Engineering Drawing interpretation ability
• Experienced in multi-disciplined CNC machining – Turning, Milling and Grinding. Profile Grinding
• Previous experience with precision manufacturing
• Good communication skills
• Experience/Understanding in working with Siemens controls
• Ability in the use of measuring equipment – micrometres – Ball Mics Thread gauges – Callipers

Desirable skills, knowledge & behaviours

• Flexibility
• Lean Manufacturing Skills
• Lifting & Slinging certification
• Previous experience in rotating equipment
• General Environmental Health & Safety awareness
• Ability in working alone and within a team

Our Benefits 

• A competitive salary of £33,500, with the opportunity to earn shift allowance with the team currently operating a three-shift rotating structure with a rate of x1.33, consisting of early shift (6am-2pm), back shift (2pm-10pm) and night shift (10pm-6am), Sunday Night - Friday Early. Additional overtime available out with the standard shift pattern (All overtime at 1.5).
• Generous holiday entitlement package.
• Howden Pension Plan with Scottish Widows.
• Healthcare cash plan with Healthshield.
• Access to My Howden Benefits & Wellbeing Portal – Cycle2Work programme, range of discounts across various retailers, wealth of information to support health & wellbeing.
• Group Life Assurance plan at 3x salary.
• Group Income Protection plan.
• Opportunity to be involved in our ESG ‘Bright Future’ initiatives – STEM ambassador & volunteering.
• Dedicated Help@Hand Service – Free Counselling, Physiotherapy, financial support etc. Training & Development Opportunities.
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, shared parental and adoption leave pay.

Chart is an equal opportunity employer 

The Company intention in respect of recruitment, selection and promotion is to appoint the most suitable candidate for each job regardless of that person’s race, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age or disability.