Manual Machinist

LB Bentley; Stroud; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in England is seeking a skilled operator to manage Manual Lathes and Milling machines. The role involves ensuring product quality, adhering to safety standards, and supporting production efficiency. Candidates should have experience in operating machinery and conducting inspections with precision tools. Benefits include a competitive salary, pension scheme, and additional perks such as holidays and bonuses.

Benefits

Company pension scheme (7% employer / 5% employee contribution)

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life Assurance (3x salary)

Peer recognition scheme

Early finish on Fridays

Christmas shutdown

Bonus scheme up to £1,500 per year

Qualifications

• Experience in setting and operating Manual Lathes and Milling machines.
• Ability to conduct in-cycle inspections using precision tools.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines to meet production requirements.
• Ensure quality and safety standards are met.
• Record production and non-productive hours.

Job description

Job Purpose

The role provides the business with the skills to set and operate Manual Lathes and Manual Milling machines in line with the delivery requirements. This includes Jig and Fixture making, ensuring products are produced efficiently, of the right quality, quantity, and cost, and on time.

Key Accountabilities

1. Ensure work is carried out safely, complying with the Company's Health and Safety policies and procedures.
2. Take responsibility for the quality and inspection of your own work, including cleaning and de-burring parts.
3. Support a culture of 5S and safety standards in your work practices.
4. Set up machines following best practices.
5. Work according to priorities set by Production Supervision.
6. Accurately record all production hours via the company's Visual system.
7. Record non-productive hours using the relevant Fault Code in Visual.
8. Operate machines within cycle times and estimated costs as per the works traveller.
9. Conduct in-cycle inspection of parts using micrometres, verniers, and CMM reports; complete Actual Dimensional Report Sheets (ADRS) when required.
10. Collaborate with Production Engineering on designs for Jigs & fixtures as needed.
11. Maintain professional communication with colleagues, chargehands, and supervision.
12. Support the company's apprenticeship program through on-the-job training.
13. Report non-conforming parts immediately, establish root cause, document findings, and inform the Machine Shop Supervisor.
14. Perform any additional duties as directed by the Production Supervisor or Chargehand to meet company and customer objectives.

What We Will Offer

At LB Bentley, we offer more than just a salary. Join a business focused on quality and innovation, where our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. Our benefits include:

• Salary exchange Company pension scheme (7% employer / 5% employee contribution)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life Assurance (3x salary)
• Peer recognition scheme
• Early finish on Fridays
• Christmas shutdown
• Bonus scheme up to £1,500 per year

Equal Opportunities

LB Bentley values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on disability, age, gender reassignment, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

Note: We review applications as received, and the vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is found.