Manual machinist

Wild Recruitment; Fareham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Aerospace manufacturer is seeking experienced manual machinists to join their team in Fareham. You will set up and operate various manual machine tools and interpret complex engineering drawings, ensuring precision and quality in component production. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in a precision engineering or aerospace environment, along with strong skills in using precision measuring equipment. This is a great opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a manual machinist/tool maker in a precision engineering or aerospace environment.
• Skilled in working with a variety of materials and castings.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual machine tools including Jig Bores, lathes, and mills.
• Interpret and work from complex engineering drawings and specifications.
• Produce and rework components to specified tolerances and surface finishes.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Quality-Focused Mindset

Proficiency with Precision Measuring Equipment

Education

Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview
Wild Recruitment are working with a leading Aerospace manufacturer and are looking for experienced manual machinists

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual machine tools including Jig Bores, lathes and mills
• Interpret and work from complex engineering drawings and specifications.
• Produce and rework components to specified tolerances and surface finishes.
• Carry out in-process inspection using precision measuring instruments (e.g., micrometres, verniers, bore gauges, height gauges, DTI's).
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of machines and tools.
• Complete relevant production and quality documentation accurately.
• Work closely with the Quality and Manufacturing Engineering teams to ensure parts meet design intent and customer requirements.

Required Experience

• Proven experience as a manual machinist/tool maker in a precision engineering or aerospace environment.
• Skilled in working with a variety of materials and castings
• Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Experience working to AS9100 standards preferred.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment and maintain accurate documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and quality-focused mindset.
• Flexible, proactive, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering preferred.

If you are passionate about machining and looking for an opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting position as a Manual Machinist.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.