Manual Machinist

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd is seeking an experienced Manual Machinist (Turning) to join their team in Sheffield. The role involves precision machining of high-integrity components to tight tolerances, using manual lathes and related equipment.

You will interpret engineering drawings, select tooling, feeds and speeds, and work with challenging materials such as Inconel 718 while maintaining safety and housekeeping standards. Full-time, permanent role with early shift rotation.

Qualifications

• Experience operating manual lathes in a machine shop.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience machining high-grade alloys such as Inconel 718.
• Commitment to quality and safety standards.
• Ability to work in shifts.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture precision components according to drawings and specs.
• Operate manual lathes and related equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain quality systems and meet production targets.
• Interpret complex drawings and translate into finished parts.
• Work with high-performance materials like Inconel 718.
• Maintain clean and organized work area.

Skills

High accuracy

Problem solving

Engineering drawings

Communication skills

Adaptability

Machining principles

Tools

Manual lathes

Job description

Role Type: Full time, permanent

Location: Sheffield

Salary: £34,000 per year (All in)

Working Hours: 1 week rotation – Mornings (Monday to Friday - 6am until 2:30pm) and Nights (Monday to Thursday - 6pm until 4am)

Role Overview

My client is seeking an experienced Manual Machinist (Turning) to join their team in Sheffield. As a Manual Machinist, you will be responsible for the precision machining of high-integrity components to meet stringent customer and industry requirements. The role involves working with high-performance and exotic materials, producing components to tight tolerances, and ensuring all work complies with company quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture precision components in line with engineering drawings and customer specifications
• Operate manual lathes and related machining equipment safely and efficiently
• Work within company quality systems and procedures to ensure full compliance
• Interpret complex engineering drawings and translate them into finished machined parts
• Machine high-grade and difficult materials, including Inconel 718 and similar alloys
• Maintain high housekeeping standards to ensure a safe, clean, and organised work area
• Meet agreed production times while maintaining quality and accuracy standards
• Select appropriate tooling, feeds, and speeds to achieve optimal machining performance
• Support continuous improvement in efficiency, quality, and workshop practices

Skills & Competencies

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to interpret technical engineering drawings
• Good communication skills
• Flexible and adaptable to changing production demands
• Strong understanding of machining principles and manual machining techniques

Performance Expectations

• Proven experience operating manual lathes in a machine shop environment
• Experience working with high-performance alloys and difficult-to-machine materials
• Experience working to tight tolerances and quality standards in a manufacturing environment