HBM OPERATOR

KRG Specialist Engineering Services Ltd; Coatbridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced holiday allowance – 34 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Bravo Benefits Programme – employee discounts

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A leading precision engineering company in Coatbridge is seeking an experienced HBM Operator to join their skilled machining team. You will operate Horizontal Boring Machines to produce high-tolerance components from various engineering materials. Ideal candidates have strong skills in reading engineering drawings and a focus on quality. The position offers extensive benefits, including 34 days of annual leave and career development opportunities within a growing engineering business.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience machining materials such as stainless steel and alloy steels.
• High attention to detail with a focus on quality and precision.

Responsibilities

• Operate Horizontal Boring Machines (HBM) to machine large precision components.
• Set up and prepare machines for production runs.
• Maintain a safe and organized working environment in line with health & safety standards.

Skills

Reading and interpreting engineering drawings

Machining materials (stainless steel, alloy steels)

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Production of high-quality engineering work

Job description

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About Us

KRG Specialist Engineering – Part of the Torishima Group

KRG Specialist Engineering is a market leader in precision engineering, delivering high‑quality machining solutions across critical sectors including defence, energy and industrial manufacturing.

As part of the global Torishima Group, we combine international engineering expertise with advanced machining capability at our Coatbridge facility. Our work supports some of the most demanding industries in the UK and beyond.

Due to continued growth, we are looking for an experienced HBM Operator to join our skilled machining team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work with complex, high‑value components in a modern precision engineering environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Operating Horizontal Boring Machines (HBM) to machine large precision components
• Setting up and preparing machines for production runs
• Reading and interpreting technical engineering drawings
• Producing high‑tolerance components to strict quality standards
• Carrying out in‑process inspection and quality checks
• Working closely with our engineering and production teams to ensure efficiency and accuracy
• Maintaining a safe and organised working environment in line with health & safety standards

What We’re Looking For

• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience machining materials such as stainless steel, alloy steels, and other engineering materials
• High attention to detail with a focus on quality and precision
• Ability to work independently and as part of a skilled engineering team
• A proactive attitude and pride in producing high‑quality engineering work

Why Join KRG?

We value our people and offer a competitive package including:

• Enhanced holiday allowance – 34 days annual leave with the option to buy an additional 3 days
• Company pension scheme
• Bravo Benefits Programme – employee discounts and rewards
• Career development opportunities – ongoing training and progression within a growing engineering business

How to Apply

If you’re an experienced HBM Operator looking to join a leading precision engineering company, we’d love to hear from you.