Manual Machinist

Teleios Recruitment

Sheffield

On-site

GBP 28,000 - 38,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Teleios Recruitment is seeking a skilled Manual Machinist to join a busy Sheffield machine shop. You will produce components to precise specs, operate manual lathes, and uphold quality and safety standards.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, maintaining tooling knowledge, and collaborating with the team to hit production targets. On-site, 40 hours per week, with rotating day/night shifts.

Qualifications

  • Experience operating manual lathes.
  • Ability to read engineering drawings.
  • Strong knowledge of tooling, feeds and speeds.
  • High attention to detail.
  • Good communication and teamwork skills.
  • Flexible and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

  • Machine components from engineering drawings to exact specifications.
  • Operate manual lathes and associated equipment.
  • Ensure all work meets required quality standards.
  • Interpret technical drawings accurately.
  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
  • Work to production targets and deadlines.

Skills

Manual lathe operation
Reading engineering drawings
Tooling, feeds & speeds
Attention to detail
Communication & teamwork
Flexible & proactive

Tools

Calipers
Micrometers

Job description

Manual Machinist

Sheffield | Full-Time | On-Site

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for a skilled Manual Machinist to join a busy and well-established machine shop. You'll be responsible for producing high-quality components to precise specifications, ensuring all work meets strict quality and safety standards.

Working Hours for the Manual Machinist
  • 40 hours per week
  • Rotating weekly shifts (Days & Nights)
  • Days: Monday - Friday, 06:00 - 14:30
  • Nights: Monday - Thursday, 18:00 - 04:00 (finish Friday morning)
  • 33% shift allowance applied on night shifts
Key Responsibilities for the Manual Machinist
  • Machine components from engineering drawings to exact specifications
  • Operate manual lathes and associated equipment
  • Ensure all work meets required quality standards
  • Interpret technical drawings accurately
  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment
  • Work to production targets and deadlines
About You and Your Manual Machinist Experience
  • Experience operating manual lathes
  • Ability to read engineering drawings
  • Strong knowledge of tooling, feeds, and speeds
  • High attention to detail
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Flexible and proactive approach
Location

On-site in Sheffield

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