Manual Machinist

Syntech Recruitment Ltd; Aldershot; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established precision engineering company is seeking a skilled Manual Machinist in Aldershot, UK. The successful candidate will have strong experience in surface, cylindrical, and internal grinding, with a focus on producing high-precision components. The role offers a secure, permanent position with competitive pay and a Monday to Friday day shift schedule, along with attractive overtime rates. Join a stable and reputable organization that values quality workmanship.

Benefits

1.3x overtime pay (Monday–Friday)

1.5x overtime pay (Saturday–Sunday)

Secure, permanent role

Early Friday finish

Qualifications

• Proven experience in manual machining and precision grinding.
• Strong skills in surface, cylindrical and internal grinding.
• Comfortable working to fine tolerances from technical drawings.
• Self-sufficient, accurate and methodical approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual grinding machinery including surface, cylindrical, and bore grinders.
• Produce one-off and small batch precision components to tight tolerances.
• Work from engineering drawings and job cards.
• Use measuring tools to inspect and ensure accuracy.
• Operate additional manual machines such as lathes and mills.

Skills

Surface grinding

Cylindrical grinding

Bore/internal grinding

Attention to detail

Education

Apprentice-trained or qualified by experience

Tools

Surface grinders

Cylindrical grinders

Bore/internal grinders

Lathes

Mills

Job description

Manual Machinist

Salary: £18 per hour
Location: Aldershot, Hampshire
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, Day Shift (e.g. 07:30–16:00 with early finish Friday)

A well-established precision engineering company based in Aldershot is seeking a skilled Manual Machinist / Toolroom Engineer with strong grinding experience. This is a superb opportunity to join a long-standing, stable business producing complex, low-volume components for high-spec industries including aerospace, defence and motorsport.

As a recruitment partner to this business, we’re helping them identify a capable, hands‑on machinist with a strong grounding in surface, cylindrical or bore grinding.

What’s on Offer

• Monday to Friday day shift
• Early Friday finish
• 1.3x overtime pay (Monday–Friday)
• 1.5x overtime pay (Saturday–Sunday)
• Secure, permanent role within a stable company
• Varied work on low-volume, high-precision components

Manual Machinist Responsibilities

• Operate manual grinding machinery including:
  • Surface grinders
  • Cylindrical grinders
  • Bore/internal grinders
• Produce one‑off and small batch precision components to tight tolerances
• Work from engineering drawings and job cards
• Use measuring tools (micrometers, gauges etc.) to inspect and ensure accuracy
• Operate additional manual machines such as lathes and mills as required
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to meet customer specs and deadlines

Manual Machinist Requirements

• Proven experience in manual machining and precision grinding
• Strong skills in surface, cylindrical and internal grinding
• Comfortable working to fine tolerances from technical drawings
• Self‑sufficient, accurate and methodical approach to work
• Apprentice‑trained or qualified by experience in an engineering environment

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