Machinist

Hydrasun; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydrasun is seeking a Manual Lathe Operator to ensure smooth, continuous throughput in line with quality requirements. You will set up machines, perform first-off inspections, monitor tool wear, and ensure safe handling of components through final packaging.

There is a strong emphasis on safety, accuracy, and teamwork, with responsibilities across setup, inspection, and documentation. Relevant apprenticeship or HNC in engineering enhances candidacy.

Qualifications

• Higher Grade education or equivalent.
• HNC Engineering or equivalent.
• Recognised Apprenticeship.
• Experience as Manual Operator is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety rules and regulations are followed at all times.
• Use PC / Job Tickets to determine next job to run on machine.
• Check material type, cast number and kit issue document for the correct job.
• Verify tooling set up and drawing revision are correct.
• Set up the machine according to the Machine set up procedures.
• Perform a ‘first off’ inspection before continuing with each job.
• Monitor machine and tool performance against drawings and work instructions.
• Gauging of threads and removal of burrs and sharp edges as required.
• Keep non-conforming parts separate and inform Works Manager.
• Reworkable parts should be reworked.
• Return program package and tooling to the correct locations.
• Log unused material using returns procedure and return to store.
• Clean components and pack to prevent damage during transit.
• Carry out deburring using hand/bench/machine operations.
• Handle/store equipment safely to prevent damage.
• Carry out weekly Metal Working Fluids (MWF) tests and record results.

Skills

Word and Excel

Organisational skills

Team player

Flexible & Adaptable

Plan and Prioritise workload

Attention to Detail

Welding Team collaboration

Education

Higher Grade education or equivalent

HNC Engineering or equivalent

Recognised Apprenticeship

Job description

Job purpose / Summary:

To ensure successful Manual operation of machines to achieve continuous throughput of machined components in line with the Company’s Quality Management System and customer requirements.

To support other manufacturing operations where required as directed by Management.

Responsibilities of the Role

• All safety rules and regulations must be conformed to at all times.
• Use PC / Job Tickets to determine next job to run on machine.
• Check that material type, cast number and kit issue document is correct for the job being carried out.
• Verify that the tooling set up package and job/route card match and the correct revision of the drawing is being used.
• Set up the machine based on the Machine set up procedures.
• Ensure that a ‘first off’ inspection is carried out on all jobs by the relevant inspector before continuing with job.
• Continuous monitoring of the machine and cutting tool performance during the manufacturing process against the drawing and in accordance with the work instructions.
• All threads to be gauged and all burrs and sharp edges to be removed unless otherwise instructed in the work instructions.
• Non-complying components during set up and run must be kept separate from good or reworkable parts and the Works Manager should be made aware of these.
• Any reworkable parts should be reworked.
• After completion of the job, the program package and tooling should be returned to the appropriate locations.
• Any quantity of unused material should be logged using the material returns procedure and returned to the storeman.
• All completed components should be cleaned and placed in a box in such a way that damage should not occur when in transit to the next operation.
• Deburring should be carried out where possible using hand, bench or machine operations.
• All equipment should be handled/stored in a safe manner and in such a way that no damage occurs.
• Ensure Metal Working Fluids (MWF) Tests are carried out weekly and results recorded.

Qualifications

• Higher Grade education or equivalent
• HNC Engineering or equivalent
• Previous Experience as Manual Operator
• Recognised Apprenticeship

Experience

• Essential: Experience as a Machine Lathe operator/setter

Skills and Behaviours

• Good knowledge of Word and Excel
• Good organisational skills
• Team Player and able to work on own initiative
• Flexible & Adaptable
• Plan and Prioritise workload effectively
• Attention to Detail
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with Welding Team

About us

We are a leading international provider of integrated fluid transfer, power and control products to many different sectors worldwide. As part of D2Zero, Hydrasun applies experience, knowledge, and insights for a new energy future.

Our core principles of engagement, accountability, communication and teamwork are cornerstones of our culture and guide us in our work. The right results stem from the right behaviours. Our people are empowered to make change happen. For the benefit of our customers, our industry, our clean energy future.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) statement

Hydrasun is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity & inclusion and do not tolerate discrimination & harassment of any kind.