Manual Machinist / Toolmaker

Meridian Business Support Ltd; Fulford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Life insurance

On-site parking

Overtime pay

2pm finish Fridays

Job summary

Meridian Business Support Ltd is recruiting for a Manual Machinist / Toolmaker in Taunton. The role offers a permanent part-time position, with a 2pm Friday finish, and an hourly rate up to £16.50 depending on experience.

You’ll work in a skilled toolroom, producing high‑quality tooling and components and supporting CNC colleagues. Key tasks include operating manual mills and lathes, reading drawings, and using precision inspection tools to ensure tight tolerances.

Qualifications

• Experience in manual machining or toolmaking in a precision engineering environment.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and work to close tolerances.
• Experience with precision measuring equipment and inspection practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual milling machines and lathes to produce tooling and components.
• Read and interpret drawings, dimensions and tolerances accurately.
• Carry out fitting, assembly, finishing and modification work on tooling.
• Use micrometers, verniers and height gauges to maintain quality.
• Collaborate with CNC machinists to deliver projects efficiently.

Skills

Manual machining

Toolmaking

Reading drawings

Inspection with micrometers

Problem solving

Fitting & assembling

Quality oriented

Tools

XYZ ProTRAK

Job description

Are you an experienced Manual Machinist / Toolmaker looking for a varied engineering role where quality and craftsmanship are genuinely valued?

Meridian Business Support is recruiting on behalf of a well‑established precision engineering manufacturer based in Taunton that specialises in producing high‑quality tooling and engineered components for a range of industries. This is a permanent role.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a skilled manufacturing team where no two projects are the same, offering a diverse workload, modern facilities, overtime opportunities and a 2pm finish every Friday.

The Role

As a Manual Machinist / Toolmaker, you will play a key role in the manufacture, modification and repair of precision tooling and components, working within a dedicated engineering and toolroom environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Operating manual milling machines and lathes to produce precision‑engineered parts and tooling.
• Using XYZ ProTRAK machinery where required.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, dimensions and tolerances accurately.
• Carrying out fitting, assembly, finishing and modification work on tooling and components.
• Using micrometers, verniers, height gauges and other inspection equipment to maintain quality standards.
• Working closely with CNC machinists and other engineering colleagues to deliver projects efficiently.

This Manual Machinist / Toolmaker position would suit someone who enjoys hands‑on engineering work, problem‑solving and producing high‑quality workmanship to close tolerances.

Skills & Experience

To be successful as a Manual Machinist / Toolmaker, you will ideally have:

• Previous experience within manual machining, toolmaking, precision engineering or a similar manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience operating manual mills and lathes.
• The ability to confidently read and work from engineering drawings.
• Experience using precision measuring and inspection equipment.
• Good practical problem‑solving skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Experience of fitting and assembling precision parts or tooling.
• A reliable, organised and quality‑focused approach to work.

Experience with XYZ ProTRAK equipment would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer?

• Up to £16.50 per hour, depending on experience
• Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate
• 2pm finish every Friday
• Company pension scheme
• Life insurance
• On‑site parking
• Varied, bespoke engineering projects rather than repetitive production work
• Supportive and experienced manufacturing team
• Stable permanent employment with a growing engineering business

This is a fantastic opportunity for a time‑served machinist, toolmaker, fitter, toolroom engineer or precision engineer looking to join a company that values accuracy, quality and attention to detail.

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Manual Machinist / Toolmaker

Company: Meridian Business Support Salary: £30,000 to £40,000 a year Hours: Part‑time Location: Fulford, TA1 1QN Job type: Permanent Posting date: 22 Oct 2026 Closing date: 20 Nov 2026

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