Manual Machinist

Holt Engineering; Poole; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Manual Machinist to join their precision engineering team. This role offers the chance to work with state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques, producing high-quality components for the aerospace and defence sectors. The ideal candidate will be time-served or apprentice-trained, with a strong background in manual machining and assembly skills. This position not only promises a competitive hourly rate but also the opportunity for further training and skill diversification. Join a company committed to quality and innovation, where your expertise will play a vital role in delivering reliable solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience in manual machining and fitting techniques.
• Understanding of AS9100 standards and material traceability.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual lathes and mills, ensuring precise machining.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings accurately.
• Inspect machined components using various measuring tools.

Skills

Manual Machining

Assembly Skills

Reading Engineering Drawings

Inspection Techniques

Adaptability

Education

Apprentice-trained or time-served

Tools

Manual Lathes

Mills

Bore Comparators

Micrometers

Vernier Callipers

Air Gauges

Job description

Manual Machinist
Manual Machinist Salary: 16 - 19

This role requires the permanent right to work in the UK, applications without this will be automatically rejected, thank you.

Company Overview:
A precision engineering company with decades of experience, specialising in providing high-quality machined components to industries such as aerospace and defence. The company is known for its commitment to stringent quality standards, utilising state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques to produce parts with exceptional accuracy. Its services range from CNC and manual machining to assembly and finishing, with a focus on delivering reliable and durable solutions. It is currently seeking a skilled & versatile Manual Machinist with Assembly skills to help keep up with the workload.

Daily Responsibilities:
As a Manual Machinist, your main duties will include:

• Operating manual lathes and mills, with use of XYZ machines.
• Ensuring precise machining, working to tight tolerances, and producing excellent surface finishes both internally and externally.
• Cutting threads and spot-facing on manual machines.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Inspecting machined components using bore comparators, micrometers, vernier callipers, and air gauges.

What Else:

• This Manual Machinist role requires adaptability to cover various departmental tasks, especially during single-point failures.
• Experience within the aerospace sector and a solid understanding of AS9100 standards and material traceability is essential.
• Further training will be provided for assembly-related tasks, making it an excellent opportunity for skilled machinists looking to diversify their abilities.
• A Manual Machinist should be time-served or apprentice-trained, with a high level of experience in manual machining and fitting techniques.
• 16-19 hourly rate on offer.

What Next?
Apply now or contact Hayden at Holt Engineering on (phone number removed) for more information on the Manual Machinist Position.