Manual Machinist / Turner

Job Description

Job Title : Manual Machinist / Turner Milling Machines

Location : Manchester

Salary : 18p / h Overtime 25 days holiday (plus bank hols)

Hours : MondayThursday 08 : 0016 : 30 Friday 08 : 00-15 : 45

Contract Type : Permanent Full-Time

The Opportunity

Our client a leading name in mechanical engineering and rotating machinery is seeking a skilled Manual Machinist / Turner to join their growing team. This role is ideal for someone confident working with manual milling and turning machinery producing high-quality components to tight tolerances.

Key Responsibilities

Operate manual lathes and milling machines to machine components to specification

Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical diagrams

Use precision measuring equipment (micrometers verniers gauges) to ensure accuracy

Carry out component inspections and ensure work is to spec

Set up machinery including tooling changes and material loading

Maintain a clean and safe working environment in line with health and safety guidelines

Collaborate with the wider team to meet production schedules and solve machining challenges

What Were Looking For

Proven experience as a manual machinist or turner

Strong experience using milling machines and / or lathes (manual not CNC)

Ability to work to tight tolerances and quality standards

Good knowledge of machine shop safety and best practices

Comfortable reading and interpreting technical drawings

Self-motivated dependable and able to work independently or as part of a team

Desirable (but not essential)

Apprenticeship formal engineering qualification or at least 5 years experience in a similar role

Experience in a similar role within a COMAH manufacturing or engineering workshop

Familiarity with surface grinders or other traditional machining equipment

Why Join Us

Stable and long-standing employer with excellent reputation

• Opportunity to make the machine area your own

Ongoing investment in training and skills development

Supportive down-to-earth team culture

Opportunity to work on varied and interesting projects

Please apply online and we will be in touch.

Key Skills

Calipers,CNC Milling Machine,CNC Programming,Machining,Math,Tooling,CNC,Bore Gauges,CNC Lathe,Micrometer,Precision Measuring Instruments,Geometry

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1