Manual Machinist

Asthon A/S; Wirral; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precision engineering company seeks a Manual Machinist in Birkenhead. The successful candidate will operate manual milling machines, interpret engineering drawings, and produce high-quality work to tight tolerances. Competitive salary of up to £35,000 per annum and generous benefits package included.

Benefits

25 days holidays + bank holidays

Company pension

Free parking

Christmas shutdown

Qualifications

• Experience in setting and operating manual milling machines.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience in working to tight tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate manual milling machines.
• Change tools and interpret engineering drawings.
• Produce bespoke and small-batch orders to tight tolerances.

Skills

Setting & operating a manual milling machine

Working from drawings

Working to tight tolerances

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Manual lathe turners

CNC machine centres

Job description

Recruit4staff are representing a well-established precision engineering company in their search for a Manual Machinist to work in Birkenhead

Job Role: Operating within a precision engineering environment, the Manual Machinist will be responsible for setting and operating manual milling machines, tool changing, and interpreting engineering drawings. The role involves working with machines such as Bridgeport, Colchester Mastiff, Binns & Berry, Tiger, and KRV2000 to produce bespoke and small-batch orders to tight tolerances.

Job Details

• Pay: Up to £35,000 per annum
• Hours of Work: Monday - Thursday 8am - 4:30pm, Friday 8am - 1pm
• Duration: Permanent
• Benefits: 25 days holidays + bank holidays, Company pension, Free parking, Christmas shutdown
  
  

Essential Skills & Experience

• Setting & operating a manual milling machine
• Working from drawings and working to tight tolerances
  
  

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experienced using manual lathe turners
• Experienced tool maker
• Experienced setting & operating CNC machine centres (Milling/Turning)
  
  

Essential Qualifications

• City & Guilds/NVQ or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering
  
  

Commutable From: Birkenhead, Bromborough, Chester, Ellesmere Port, Deeside, Wrexham, Liverpool, Runcorn

Similar Job Titles: Manual Machinist, Manual Miller, Precision Engineer, Toolmaker, Tool Maker, Mechanical Engineer, CNC Machinist

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