Manual Machinist

Barker Ross; Oakham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Barker Ross is seeking an experienced Manual Machinist for their workshop in LE15. You will operate manual milling machines and centre lathes, reading drawings and ensuring parts meet exact tolerances. The role requires precise measuring and the ability to work from drawings both independently and as part of a small team.

Salary ranges from £35,000 to £38,000 per annum depending on experience. Monday to Friday, 8:00–16:00 with early finish on Fridays.

Qualifications

• Experience as a manual machinist with milling and centre lathe work.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and work from specifications.
• Accurate measurement using precision tools.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual milling machines to produce components to drawing/specification.
• Set up and operate manual centre lathes for turning, facing and threading.
• Read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Select cutting tools and determine speeds/feeds for materials.
• Take precise measurements with micrometers and gauges.
• Produce small batches to drawing tolerances and inspect finished parts.
• Maintain workshop cleanliness and safe working environment.

Skills

Manual milling

Centre lathe operation

Reading drawings

Precision measuring

Tool selection

Independent working

Education

Engineering apprenticeship

Tools

Micrometers

Vernier calipers

Dial indicators

Job description

Manual Machinist - Milling & Centre Lathe LE15 Based Temp to Perm
Salary: 35,000- 38,000 per annum, depending on experience Monday - Friday 8-4 (Early finish on Friday's)

Barker Ross are looking for an experienced Manual Machinist to join our workshop team and carry out high-quality general machining work using manual milling machines and centre lathes.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled machinist who takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality components and is comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual milling machines to produce components to drawing and specification.
• Set up and operate manual centre lathes for turning, facing, threading and other machining operations.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Select appropriate cutting tools, speeds and feeds for different materials and operations.
• Carry out accurate measurements using micrometers, verniers, gauges and other precision measuring equipment.
• Produce one-off and small-batch components to drawing tolerances.
• Inspect finished components to ensure they meet required quality standards.
• Carry out general workshop duties, including machine maintenance, housekeeping and tool care.
• Work safely and maintain a clean, organised and professional working environment.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Manual Machinist.
• Strong experience with both manual milling and manual centre lathe work.
• Ability to work from engineering drawings independently.
• Good knowledge of machining techniques, tooling and materials.
• Confident using precision measuring equipment.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a workshop team.
• Desirable
• Experience machining a variety of materials, including steel, stainless steel, aluminium and other engineering materials.
• Experience with one-off, prototype or small-batch work.
• Relevant engineering/machining qualifications or apprenticeship.

Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.