Manual Machinist

First Achieve Ltd; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in East Kilbride is looking for an experienced Manual Machine Operator. The successful candidate will operate manual tools, primarily focusing on a horizontal boring machine. Key responsibilities include producing precision components and ensuring quality standards. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £37,400 per annum and 32 days of annual leave, contributing to a well-established business renowned for quality and innovation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

39-hour working week

32 days of annual leave

Profit-sharing bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a manual machining role.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed mechanical drawings.
• Competency in the operation of various manual machine tools.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a conventional horizontal boring machine.
• Manufacture precision components to tight engineering tolerances.
• Carry out in-process inspections to ensure parts meet quality standards.

Skills

Manual machining experience

Reading mechanical drawings

Operating manual tools

Tools

Kerns Richard SH75

Counterbalance forklift

Overhead cranes

Job description

Manual Machine Operator

Location: East Kilbride

Salary: £37,400 per annum

Hours: 39 hours per week (Monday-Friday)

Contract Type: Permanent

First Achieve is proud to be working in partnership with a leading engineering firm based in East Kilbride. Our client is currently seeking to recruit an experienced Manual machine operator to join their workshop team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled machinist to join a well-established business with a strong reputation for quality and innovation.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for operating a variety of manual machine tools, with a primary focus on conventional horizontal boring machines. This hands-on role requires someone who is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently or collaboratively within a team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a conventional horizontal boring machine.
• Manufacture precision components to tight engineering tolerances based on technical drawings and specifications.
• Carry out in-process inspections to ensure parts meet quality standards.
• ctively contribute to departmental improvements in productivity and efficiency.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in a manual machining role.
• The ability to read and interpret detailed mechanical drawings.
• Competency in the operation of various manual machine tools.
• A full UK driving licence or the ability to reliably commute to East Kilbride for early starts.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

• Experience operating a "Kerns Richard SH75" or similar horizontal boring machine.
• A valid counterbalance forklift truck licence.
• Experience in the use of overhead cranes for loading and unloading components.
• Knowledge of safe working practices within a machine shop environment.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £37,400 per annum.
• 39-hour working week, Monday to Friday, with flexible start times.
• 32 days of annual leave.
• Eligibility for the company's profit-sharing bonus scheme.
• Opportunity to work within a professional and supportive engineering team.

To learn more about this position, please apply directly and a member of our specialist engineering recruitment team will be in touch. Alternatively, you can send your CV and a cover letter to .

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role