Manual Machinist

Mazco Recruitment; Eynsham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is supporting an engineering firm in Eynsham in search of a skilled Manual Machinist. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with engine components, particularly in crankshaft grinding and manual machining. This position offers competitive pay around £20 per hour, stable long-term employment, and a day-shift role with an excellent work-life balance. Successful applicants will thrive in a hands-on environment focused on precision.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Day-shift role

Excellent work-life balance

Stable position

Varied projects

Qualifications

• Strong experience working on vehicle engine parts.
• Ability to work to tight tolerances.
• Experience in automotive, motorsport, or engine rebuilding is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Performing crankshaft grinding and cylinder boring.
• Operating lathes, milling machines, and surface grinders.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings.

Skills

Crankshaft grinding

Cylinder boring

Cylinder honing

General manual machining

Reading technical drawings

Attention to detail

Automotive industry experience

Job description

Mazco Recruitment, the UK's specialist CNC & precision engineering talent partner, is proud to support a long-established automotive engineering business in their search for a skilled Manual Machinist with experience in engine component machining.

We're looking for a hands‑on machinist with strong experience working on vehicle engine parts, particularly:

Key Skills & Experience Required

• Crankshaft grinding
• Cylinder boring
• Cylinder honing
• General manual machining (lathes, milling, surface grinding etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work to tight tolerances
• Experience within automotive, motorsport, remanufacturing, or engine rebuilding is highly desirable

What's on Offer

• Competitive pay around £20 per hour
• Day‑shift role with excellent work‑life balance
• Stable, long‑term position within a reputable engineering company
• Opportunity to work on interesting and varied engine machining projects

About You

You’ll be a confident manual machinist with a passion for precision and a background in engine component refurbishment or manufacture. You take pride in producing high‑quality work and enjoy being part of a small, experienced team.