Machinist

Rubix UKII; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering supplier in Newton Aycliffe is looking for a Mechanical Assembly Technician to perform manufacturing and repair tasks using various machine tools. The role involves ensuring workflow procedures, conducting milling and welding operations, and promoting workplace safety. Candidates should have high school qualifications and preferably an engineering apprenticeship, along with hands-on training. This full-time position requires adherence to health and safety policies.

Qualifications

• High school qualifications are required.
• Engineering apprenticeship is preferred.
• On the job training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Ensure workflow procedures are followed.
• Manufacture and repair mechanical assemblies.
• Perform milling and welding operations.
• Promote workplace safety and follow health policies.
• Balance mechanical assemblies using dynamic balancing equipment.
• Perform metalizing (metal spraying) techniques as needed.
• Understand materials and applications as required.
• Set up and perform tool-post grinding, broaching, and Babbitt bearing work.
• Perform welding operations (MIG, TIG, torch and stick).
• Lift, tighten, adjust and secure heavy objects with safety precautions.
• Use hand-held and stationary power/non-power tools including band saws, belt sanders, grinders, files.
• Follow all company H&S policies and promote a culture of safety.

Skills

Milling operations

Welding techniques (MIG, TIG)

Use of engineering lathes

Dynamic balancing

Metalizing techniques

Education

High school qualifications

Engineering apprenticeship

On the job training

Tools

MIG welder

TIG welder

Manual lathes

Hand-held power tools

Job description

The Role

• Permanent
• Full Time

Initially established in 1997, we specialise in Precision Engineering and have built a vast number of relationships with customers who require aluminium profile and have become one of the UK’s leading suppliers of Extruded Aluminium profile, accessories and associated products.

KJN is a part of RUBIX UK’s wider network. With a turnover of €2.2 billion, RUBIX is the largest supplier of industrial maintenance & distribution network in Europe. Present in 23 countries with more than 8000 employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure workflow procedures are followed.
• Operate various machine tools to manufacture and repair mechanical assemblies.
• Record all data necessary to produce and expected service and/or design results including sizes and illustrations.
• Perform milling operations such as drilling, tapping, boring, and conventional milling and lathe work, using various engine lathes (e.g., horizontal and vertical mills and horizontal boring lathes).
• Balance mechanical assemblies using dynamic balancing equipment.
• Perform various metalizing (metal spraying) techniques as needed.
• Understand materials and applications as required.
• Set up and perform tool‑post grinding operations (e.g., precision surface facing), broaching procedures, and Babbitt bearing work.
• Perform various welding operations, including setup and use of MIG, TIG, torch and stick welders.
• Lift, tighten, adjust and/or secure heavy objects in order to perform work and/or to observe safety precautions.
• Use various hand‑held and stationary power and non‑power tools, including but not limited to band saw, belt sanders, hand grinders, files, etc.
• Ensure that all company H&S policies and procedures are followed to ensure the safety of yourself and your colleagues.
• Promote a culture of working safely as routine.

Key Skills / Qualifications

• High school qualifications
• Engineering apprentice
• On the job training