Manual Machinist

Probe UK; Etwall CP; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing is seeking an experienced Manual Machinist to join their team. The role involves operating manual lathes and milling machines, with responsibilities including repairs and working from technical drawings. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Paid Overtime

No Tools Required

Qualifications

• Proven experience of setting and operating manual lathes and milling machines.
• Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual lathes and milling machines and carry out repairs on various mechanical components.
• Work from drawings and samples; generate drawings when needed.
• Occasional customer site visits.

Skills

Manual Machining

Competency in Milling

Competency in Grinding

Competency in Drilling

Ability to Work to Tight Tolerances

Education

Apprentice Trained

Job description

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Manual Machinist to join an existing team in their new facility. The company offers a full Manual Machining Service for products across Manufacturing, Fabrication, and General Engineering.

To be considered for this role, you will be apprentice trained, with proven manual machining experience on both Lathes and Milling machines.

Manual Machinist Role Benefits:

• £36,400 - £40,560 depending on experience (£17.50 - £19.50 per hour)
• Paid overtime
• Day shift, 7am – 4pm, Fridays 8:30am – 3pm (40 hours per week)
• No tools required

This Manual Machinist position is commutable from Derby, Burton, Nottingham, Ripley, Ashbourne, Matlock, Castle Donington, and surrounding areas.

Manual Machinist Candidate Requirements

• Apprentice trained
• Proven experience of setting and operating manual lathes and milling machines
• Competency in milling, grinding, drilling, and lathe work, with the ability to work to tight tolerances
• Experience with sleeving, bushing housings, and stubbing shafts
• A good attitude to work
• Driving Licence
• No training provided; you must have the above skill set and ability to hit the ground running

Manual Machinist Duties

• Operate manual lathes and milling machines and carry out repairs on various mechanical components from customers
• Work from drawings and samples; generate drawings when needed
• Work independently and as part of a team
• 50% of work from drawings, 50% repair and breakdowns, requiring initiative
• Occasional customer site visits, possibly sketching jobs; transport provided

Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

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Probe Technical Recruitment has been providing Manufacturing & Production Recruitment Support since 1994.