Manual Machinist (Lathe) – 39h, 33 Days Holiday

Bennett & Game Recruitment; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

33 days holiday incl. Bank holidays

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment is seeking a Manual Machinist in Sheffield to set and operate Manual Lathes with precise turning experience. You will read mechanical drawings, measure with micrometers and Vernier calipers, and ensure tolerances are met while following safety standards.

The role requires a mechanical apprenticeship or City and Guilds qualification, and a valid UK driving licence. Commutable distance to Sheffield is essential for this on-site position, with a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Must read and interpret mechanical drawings.
• Experience setting and operating Manual Lathes.
• Time served or City and Guilds qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
• Familiarity with Health and Safety standards; relevant qualifications a bonus.
• Based within commutable distance of Sheffield.
• Full UK Driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate Manual Lathes.
• Read and record dimensions using micrometers, Vernier calipers, etc.
• Monitor feed and speed of machinery.
• Measure and record build tolerances; determine parts needing repair.
• Self-inspect own work using hand tools.

Skills

Reading drawings

Turning experience

Self-inspection

Education

Time served in Mechanical Engineering

City and Guilds in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Manual Lathe

Job description

Bennett & Game Recruitment is seeking a Manual Machinist in Sheffield to set and operate Manual Lathes with precise turning experience. You will read mechanical drawings, measure with micrometers and Vernier calipers, and ensure tolerances are met while following safety standards.

The role requires a mechanical apprenticeship or City and Guilds qualification, and a valid UK driving licence. Commutable distance to Sheffield is essential for this on-site position, with a competitive hourly rate.