Manual Machinist

Teleios Recruitment; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Manual Machinist for a well-established machine shop in Sheffield, United Kingdom. The ideal candidate will have robust experience in operating manual lathes and interpreting technical drawings. This role emphasizes maintaining high precision and quality standards while working with high-grade materials like Inconel. The position is permanent, requiring 40 hours per week with both day and night shifts available.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating manual lathes.
• Ability to manufacture components from engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of tooling applications and machine tool capabilities.
• Commitment to safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture components from engineering drawings to exacting standards.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards in the machine shop.
• Interpret technical drawings and meet customer specifications.
• Contribute to continuous improvement within the machine shop.

Skills

Operating manual lathes

Interpreting technical drawings

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Manual Machinist

📍 Location: Sheffield
📍 Permanent - 40 hours per week (Days & Nights)
⏰ Hours:
Days: 06:00-14:30
Nights: Mon-Thu 18:00-04:00

Teleios is supporting the recruitment of a Manual Machinist to join a well-established machine shop. This role is ideal for an experienced machinist who can work to high precision standards and manufacture components that meet strict customer and quality specifications.

About the Company

Teleios is partnered with a respected engineering organisation recognised for delivering high-quality machined components. Offering a stable and supportive working environment, the company continues to invest in its people, equipment and machining capabilities.

About You

Your ideal candidate will be a skilled manual machinist with strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills. They will be reliable, able to work independently, and capable of interpreting technical drawings with ease. A proactive attitude, strong communication skills and the ability to adapt to change will help them succeed in this role.

Essential Experience

• Experience operating manual lathes
• Ability to manufacture components from engineering drawings
• Strong understanding of tooling applications, feeds, speeds and machine tool capability
• Ability to maintain accuracy and produce parts within estimated production times
• Strong housekeeping and commitment to safe working practices
• Competent interpreting detailed technical drawings

Desired Experience

• Experience machining high-grade materials such as Inconel 718
• Previous work within a precision engineering or manufacturing environment
• Exposure to quality-controlled or highly regulated machining processes
• Problem-solving ability and adaptability to changing workloads

About the Role

• Manufacture components from engineering drawings to exacting standards
• Work within company quality procedures at all times
• Maintain high housekeeping standards to ensure a clean and safe environment
• Interpret technical drawings to meet customer specifications and tolerances
• Machine components within estimated production times
• Work with high-grade materials such as Inconel when required
• Contribute to continuous improvement within the machine shop

Application Process

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