Manual Machinist

E3 Recruitment; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering group in Wakefield is seeking a Manual Machinist to join their team. This role involves operating conventional milling machines, lathes, and surface grinders to produce high-quality components. The company offers a starting salary of £31,200, a generous holiday allowance, and a range of employee benefits including a pension scheme and private healthcare. Ideal candidates will bring relevant machining experience and a commitment to maintaining high standards.

Benefits

Scottish Widows Pension Scheme

Private Health Plan

Life Assurance - 2x Annual Salary

33 days holiday (25 days + public holidays)

Qualifications

• Experience working on conventional milling machines, lathes, and surface grinders.
• Ability to produce component parts within tolerance of drawing specification.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean and manageable working area.

Responsibilities

• Operate conventional milling machines, lathes, and surface grinders.
• Produce component parts to exact specifications.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Assist with additional tasks as required.

Skills

Conventional milling machines

Lathes

Surface grinders

Job description

Manual Machinist vacancy available in Wakefield, offering state‑of‑the‑art facilities + 10% combined pension scheme + private healthcare + early finish Friday + 33 holidays + the chance to work on cutting edge projects.

With a workforce of over 500 employees across four state‑of‑the‑art facilities in Europe and North America, this dynamic engineering group delivers comprehensive, end‑to‑end solutions—from concept design and manufacturing to installation, commissioning, and aftercare. Serving a diverse client base across sectors such as Online Retail & Distribution, FMCG, Life Sciences, and Automotive, the company is renowned for its technical expertise and customer‑centric approach.

Following a series of strategic developments, the organization is now entering a significant phase of accelerated growth, this organisation is now looking to increase their headcount by recruiting a Manual Machinist.

Key Responsibilities of the Manual Machinist:

• Working on conventional milling machines, lathes and surface grinders
• Produce component parts in tolerance of drawing specification
• Keep a clean and manageable working area
• Undertake additional responsibilities and tasks as required

Working Hours of the Manual Machinist:

• Monday to Thursday - 08:00 to 16:30
• Friday - 08:00 to 15:15

In return, the Manual Machinist will receive:

• Starting Salary: £31,200.00 (£16.00 per hour)
• Holiday Allowance: 33 Days (25 days + public holidays)
• Scottish Widows Pension Scheme: Matched contribution up to 5%
• Private Health Plan (Westfield)
• Life Assurance - 2x Annual Salary
• Relevant Company PPE & Workwear

To apply for the Manual Machinist, please click “Apply Now” and attach a copy of your CV. Alternatively, please contact Callum Good at E3 Recruitment for more information.