Machinist Team Member

Tata Steel UK; Corby; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Machinist Team Member in Corby, where you'll play a crucial role in producing and repairing components for manufacturing. With over £500,000 invested in new machinery, you'll work in a modern environment focused on safety and innovation. This position offers a competitive salary, generous holiday benefits, and opportunities for professional development. The company values its workforce and is committed to sustainability and growth, making it an exciting time to join the team.

Benefits

30 days holiday

Annual pay review

Quarterly bonus scheme

Defined contribution pension scheme

Free onsite parking

Employee assistance programs

Discount schemes with local services

Qualifications

• Proven experience with manual lathes and milling machines.
• Valid driving license and understanding of safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Produce and repair components from engineering drawings.
• Machine parts to tight tolerances using various tools.

Skills

Manual lathes

Milling machines

Workshop tools

CNC machines

Safe systems of work

Education

NVQ Level 3

City & Guilds qualification

Time-served apprenticeship

Job description

Job Title: Machinist Team Member

Department: Tata Steel Tubes

Location: Corby (NN17)

Salary: £31,982 plus 15% shift allowance – rising to £32,684 plus 15% on successful completion of probationary period

Shift Pattern: 15-shift basis (Monday to Friday)

Closing Date: Wednesday 14th May 2025

Interviews: w/c 19th May 2025

We believe that our strength is not just in our steel but also in the diversity of our workforce. Our people make the difference.

At Tata Steel, we know our strength is in our people. We’re proud of our team that keeps our operations running smoothly. We’re now looking for a skilled Machinist to join us.

This is a great opportunity to join our Engineering Shop at Corby, where we’ve invested over £500,000 in new machinery, with plans for another £1 million over the next two years.

What you will do:

As a Machinist, you will produce and repair components essential to our manufacturing. Working from engineering drawings, you will machine parts to tight tolerances using lathes, milling machines, and other tools.

You will be part of a supportive, safety-conscious team, working 8-hour shifts Monday to Friday on a rotating schedule covering days, backs, and nights.

You will also participate in the relocation of the Engineering Shop to a new, upgraded workshop, with modern equipment and facilities.

What you will need:

We are seeking someone with:

• A time-served apprenticeship or proven experience
• An NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds qualification, or equivalent
• Experience with manual lathes, milling machines, and workshop tools
• A valid driving license
• Good understanding of safe systems of work

It would be advantageous if you have:

• Experience with CNC machines, including setting and programming
• Safety qualifications such as IOSH or NEBOSH

We welcome candidates with limited experience who show potential and willingness to develop. An extended probation may be applied in such cases.

Interested?

For more information or an informal discussion, contact: [e-mail]

What we offer:

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• 30 days holiday, rising to 34 after 12 months, plus up to 6 banked days
• Annual pay review
• Quarterly bonus scheme (performance dependent)
• Defined contribution pension scheme (10% employer, 6% employee)

Additional lifestyle benefits include free onsite parking, employee assistance programs, and discount schemes with companies like Vodafone, Jaguar Land Rover, and local services.

Why Tata Steel?

As one of the top 10 steel producers worldwide, Tata Steel employs around 80,000 people across four continents. Part of the Tata Group, we are committed to sustainability and innovation, aiming to be a carbon-neutral steelmaker by 2045. Learn more about our journey: Stoves cooking less carbon – YouTube