Manual Turner Machinist

Kurt J. Lesker Company; St Leonards; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in St. Leonards is seeking a Manual Turner Machinist to join their team. The role involves performing machining operations, interpreting technical drawings, and ensuring quality production. The company offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including generous leave and a matched pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Matched pension up to 5%

Health Cash Plan (£600/year for healthcare costs)

Income protection insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Company events and options to earn extra leave

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of mathematics and ability to read mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic machining operations on lathes and mills.
• Interpret technical drawings and manage machining process time efficiently.
• Produce quality parts within designated timelines.

Skills

Mathematics

Education

ONC/HNC in Mechanical, Manufacturing Technology or Industrial Technology

Tools

Vernier Calipers

Micrometers

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Description

Would you like to be part of a team that is enabling technology for a better world? Kurt J. Lesker could be the place for you!

We are looking for a Manual Turner Machinist to join us at the Kurt J. Lesker Company at our European headquarters based in St. Leonards, East Sussex.

The fixed working pattern for this position is Monday – Thursday 08.00am – 5.00pm and Friday 08.00am – 2.30pm.

Key Job Elements

1. Perform basic machining operations on lathes, mills, and various other manual machine shop equipment.
2. Manage machining process time efficiently.
3. Use, clean, maintain, and properly store tooling and equipment.
4. Turn open tolerances down to +/-0.50mm.
5. Mill open tolerances down to +/-0.50mm.
6. Machine bar, plate, and some tubing.
7. Machine all standard metals/polymers (st/st, Mu, aluminium, copper, nylon etc).
8. Record dimensions during machining.
9. Turn large diameters up to Ø850mm.
10. Position and secure parts to meet drawing requirements, using appropriate tools.
11. Interpret technical drawings, including welding symbols and surface finishes.
12. Use measuring tools such as vernier calipers, micrometers, etc.
13. Interpret geometric dimensioning and tolerance.
14. Enter time data into shop floor control system.
15. Promote and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
16. Produce quality parts within designated timelines.
17. Participate in continuous improvement activities.
18. Operate overhead cranes safely.
19. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• ONC/HNC (Mechanical, Manufacturing Technology or Industrial Technology) or equivalent experience.
• Basic understanding of mathematics and ability to read mechanical drawings.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Matched pension up to 5%
• Health Cash Plan (£600/year for healthcare costs)
• Income protection insurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
• Company events and options to earn extra leave

Please note we have a PSL in place and cannot accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies.