Manual Machinist

Guided Talent; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision manufacturing company based in Southampton is seeking a Skilled Mechanical Fitter to support production operations. This practical role involves manual machining, fitting, and assembly tasks using conventional workshop equipment. The ideal candidate should have strong engineering skills and experience, with the ability to read technical drawings and work meticulously to high standards. The position offers a competitive salary of £32,000 - £34,000 per annum, along with various benefits including annual leave and a profit share scheme.

Benefits

22 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Annual profit share scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings.
• Competence using manual milling machines and lathes.
• Strong engineering hand skills and manual fitting experience.
• Previous experience in a skilled mechanical or manufacturing role.
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Carry out manual machining, fitting and assembly tasks.
• Manufacture precision components in line with engineering drawings.
• Operation of bending and forming machinery.
• Jig fitting and skilled hand assembly of components.
• Maintain component cleanliness within a cleanroom environment.

Skills

Reading technical engineering drawings

Using manual milling machines

Engineering hand skills

Manual fitting experience

Education

Completion of formal engineering training

Completion of a recognized engineering apprenticeship

HNC, HND or Degree-level qualification

Job description

Skilled Mechanical Fitter

Location: Southampton
Salary: £32,000 - £34,000 per annum + benefits

Due to ongoing expansion, our client, a well-established precision manufacturing business based in Southampton, is looking to recruit a Skilled Mechanical Fitter to support its production operations. This is a practical, workshop-based role offering a broad range of manual engineering activities within a quality-driven manufacturing environment. The position would suit an experienced engineer who enjoys varied hands-on work and working to detailed technical standards.

The Role

The Skilled Mechanical Fitter will carry out manual machining, fitting and assembly tasks using conventional workshop equipment. Working from engineering drawings and inspection criteria, the role involves producing and assembling small, high-precision components and assemblies, including work in a controlled cleanroom environment. The role requires strong bench skills, attention to detail and the ability to work accurately to defined procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Manual machining using conventional milling machines and lathes
• Manufacture precision components in line with engineering drawings
• Operation of bending and forming machinery
• Jig fitting and skilled hand assembly of components and sub-assemblies
• Swaging, flanging and flaring of tubular components
• Carrying out pressure-related treatment processes where required
• Manufacture and assembly of small manifolds and associated parts, including soldering operations
• Maintaining component cleanliness within a cleanroom environment
• Operation of a range of workshop machinery and equipment
• Completing additional tasks as reasonably assigned by supervision

Candidate Requirements

• The ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings
• Competence using manual milling machines and lathes
• Strong engineering hand skills and manual fitting experience
• Previous experience in a skilled mechanical or manufacturing role
• Completion of formal engineering training or equivalent
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK

Desirable Experience

• Experience working with bent or formed tubular components
• Completion of a recognised engineering apprenticeship
• HNC, HND or Degree-level qualification in an engineering discipline

Salary & Benefits

• £32,000 - £34,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Annual profit share scheme