Machine Operator

Workchain; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Workchain Recruitment is seeking an experienced Machinist for a permanent role with a Derby-based engineering and manufacturing company renowned for precision bearings and components for marine and pump industries. You'll set up and operate conventional centre lathes, milling machines and grinders to manufacture precise components from drawings.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, maintaining tolerances, performing inspections with micrometers, verniers and bore gauges, and keeping a

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a machinist in engineering/manufacturing.
• Experience setting and operating conventional centre lathes, milling machines and grinders.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Understanding of tolerances and precision measurement.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate conventional centre lathes, milling machines and grinding machines.
• Manufacture precision components from engineering drawings.
• Work to tight tolerances and surface finishes.
• Perform dimensional inspections and quality checks on finished components.
• Use precision measuring equipment (micrometers, vernier calipers, bore gauges).
• Maintain equipment, tooling and a clean, safe workspace.
• Work independently and take responsibility for your own work quality.

Skills

Machinist experience

Reading engineering drawings

Precision measurement

Independent worker

Education

Engineering qualifications or apprenticeship

Tools

Centre lathe

Milling machine

Grinding machine

Micrometers

Vernier calipers

Bore gauges

Job description

Job Overview

Workchain Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Machinist to join a well-established engineering and manufacturing company based in Derby, specialising in precision-engineered bearings and components for the marine and pump industries. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced machinist looking for a permanent position within a skilled engineering team.

Role

• Setting and operating conventional centre lathes, milling machines and grinding machines.
• Manufacturing precision components from engineering drawings.
• Working to tight engineering tolerances and required surface finishes.
• Carrying out dimensional inspections and quality checks on finished components.
• Using precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, vernier callipers and bore gauges.
• Maintaining machinery, tooling and a clean, safe working environment.
• Working independently and taking responsibility for the quality of your own work.

Working Hours

• Two-week rotating shift pattern: Week 1 – Early Shift: Monday to Friday, 6am-2:30pm; Week 2 – Late Shift: Monday to Thursday, 12 noon-10:30pm.
• 30-minute unpaid break each day.
• 40 paid hours per week, providing a four-day working week every second week.

Pay & Benefits

• Basic pay: £14-£16 per hour, depending on experience and skill level.
• Late shift allowance: Additional £1.50 per hour.
• Quarterly production bonus: Up to one week's pay per quarter, subject to production targets.
• Permanent, full-time position.

Requirements

• Significant experience as a machinist within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Experience setting and operating conventional centre lathes, milling machines and grinders.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Good understanding of engineering tolerances and precision measurement.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Previous experience in quality control, inspection or CNC machining would be advantageous.
• Relevant engineering qualifications or an apprenticeship are preferred, although candidates with substantial practical experience will also be considered.