Manual Machinist – Flexible Hours & Early Finish Fridays

Adecco; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime rate

Flexible hours

Early finish on Fridays

Career progression

Job summary

Adecco is recruiting a skilled Manual Machinist in Maidstone, Kent, to join a growing engineering manufacturer. The role involves producing precision components on manual lathes and milling machines, with involvement across manufacturing, assembly and specialist projects.

You will read drawings, set machines, inspect with gauges, and contribute to continuous improvement. The package includes a salary of £35,000–£40,000 DOE plus overtime, flexible hours, and an early finish every Friday.

Qualifications

• Experience operating manual lathes and milling machines.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specs.
• Knowledge of machining techniques, tooling and workshop best practice.
• Experience using measuring equipment such as verniers, micrometers and gauges.
• A strong eye for quality and attention to detail.
• Proactive, hands-on approach and ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual lathes and milling machines to produce high-quality components.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Set machines and select appropriate tooling for machining operations.
• Manufacture components to required tolerances and quality standards.
• Use hand tools and workshop equipment to support production activities.
• Carry out assembly and finishing work on specialist engineered products.
• Inspect completed work using measuring equipment and quality control processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the workshop.

Skills

Manual lathe operation

Milling machine operation

Reading drawings

Measuring with gauges

Quality inspection

Independent & team work

Problem solving

Education

Mechanical engineering qualification (Apprenticeship/City & Guilds/NVQ)

Tools

Manual lathes

Milling machines

Job description

Adecco is recruiting a skilled Manual Machinist in Maidstone, Kent, to join a growing engineering manufacturer. The role involves producing precision components on manual lathes and milling machines, with involvement across manufacturing, assembly and specialist projects.

You will read drawings, set machines, inspect with gauges, and contribute to continuous improvement. The package includes a salary of £35,000–£40,000 DOE plus overtime, flexible hours, and an early finish every Friday.