Machine Operator

Rullion; Teddington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Rullion Ltd in Teddington is seeking an experienced Machine Operator/Machinist to join a specialist engineering business that manufactures low-volume, high-precision components. You will be responsible for the end-to-end manufacturing process, from setting and operating milling and grinding machinery through to inspection and final delivery.

The role requires hands-on experience with milling or grinding machinery, ability to read engineering drawings, maintain tight tolerances, and a strong

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience setting and operating milling and/or grinding machinery.
• Experience with manufacturing high-precision components.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances.
• Experience with inspection and precision measuring equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently from setup through to completion.
• Experience in CNC machining or low-volume bespoke manufacturing is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate milling and grinding machinery.
• Manufacture low-volume, high-precision components to tight tolerances.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Select tooling and machining processes.
• Carry out dimensional inspection using precision measuring equipment.
• Identify and resolve machining and quality issues.
• Take ownership of components from setup through to final delivery.
• Support process improvement and maintain high quality standards.

Skills

Milling & Grinding

Engineering Drawings

Precision Inspection

Quality Focus

Independent Work

Tools

Milling Machinery

Grinding Machinery

Precision Measuring Equipment

Job description

Job title: Machine Operator – High Precision Components

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: £40-45,000 per annum

Location: Teddington

Working Arrangements: Site-based

Hours: Full-time

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Machine Operator/Machinist to join a specialist engineering business in Teddington, manufacturing low-volume, high-precision components.

You will be responsible for the end-to-end manufacturing process, from setting and operating milling and grinding machinery through to inspection, quality control and final delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and operate milling and grinding machinery.
• Manufacture low-volume, high-precision components to tight tolerances.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Select tooling and machining processes.
• Carry out dimensional inspection using precision measuring equipment.
• Identify and resolve machining and quality issues.
• Take ownership of components from setup through to final delivery.
• Support process improvement and maintain high quality standards.

Skills and Experience

The successful candidate must have:

• Hands-on experience setting and operating milling and/or grinding machinery.
• Experience manufacturing high-precision components.
• Ability to work from engineering drawings and tight tolerances.
• Experience with inspection and precision measuring equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to manage work independently from setup through to completion.

Experience in CNC machining, low-volume/bespoke manufacturing or a specialist engineering environment would be advantageous.

Why Join?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist engineering environment where precision, quality and technical expertise are highly valued.

You will work on varied, low-volume components and have genuine ownership of the process from initial setup through to final delivery.

Company Information

This permanent vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd.

Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a wide range of clients, from major global organisations to innovative SMEs and start-ups. Rullion is committed to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities for all employees and applicants.