Manual Machinist

South West Recruitment; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Manual Machinist to join their dedicated team. This hands-on role involves operating manual lathes and milling machines, ensuring precision in manufacturing components for high-performance valve solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, excellent problem-solving skills, and a commitment to workplace safety. With full training provided on lapping machines, this position offers a stable and rewarding career path in a forward-thinking engineering environment. If you are passionate about machining and eager to contribute to a skilled team, apply now with your CV!

Benefits

Company Pension

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free Parking

On-Site Parking

Sick Pay

Qualifications

• Completed engineering apprenticeship or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Proven experience with manual turning and milling.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture components through various stages of production.
• Set and operate manual lathes and milling machines to tight tolerances.

Skills

Manual Machining

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving Skills

Teamwork

Education

Engineering Apprenticeship

Equivalent Hands-On Experience

Tools

Manual Lathes

Milling Machines

Lapping Machines

Precision Measurement Tools

Job description

We are recruiting for a Skilled Manual Machinist or a leading manufacturer of high-performance valve solutions, based in West Moors, Dorset. This is a varied and hands-on role ideal for a detail-oriented and experienced machinist.

The successful candidate will primarily operate manual lathes, with time also spent on manual milling and lapping operations. Full training will be provided on lapping machines.

Pay: GBP16.00 to GBP19.00 per hour depending on experience

Hours: Monday to Friday

Key Responsibilities:

• Manufacture components through various stages of production
• Perform finishing operations on machined components
• Machine assemblies to precise drawing specifications
• Set and operate manual lathes and milling machines to tight tolerances and surface finishes
• Set and operate lapping machines (training provided)
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and job instructions
• Determine correct machine settings, speeds, and feeds based on material and finish requirements
• Use precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, height gauges) to verify part quality
• Inspect completed work for conformance to specifications
• Identify and report non-conformance or defects
• Carry out routine machine maintenance (cleaning, lubrication)
• Follow all health & safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE

Person Specification:

• Completed engineering apprenticeship or equivalent hands-on experience
• Proven experience with manual turning and milling
• Centreless grinding experience (desirable)
• Strong attention to detail and high standards of accuracy
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Good understanding of workplace Health & Safety requirements

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

If you're looking for a stable and rewarding career with a forward-thinking engineering company, apply now with an up to date CV to join a skilled and dedicated team.