Master Gun Maker — Custom Firearms Artisan

James Purdey & Sons; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

James Purdey & Sons in London is seeking an apprentice gun maker to join our workshop and continue the tradition of hand-made excellence. You will train under master craftsmen to produce Purdey shotguns and rifles to exacting standards.

You will develop practical skills in gun making, machining, and assembly, with opportunities to learn CAD/CAM methods while maintaining safety and quality. A London Proof House certificate is preferred.

Qualifications

• Time served Gun making Apprentice, ideally certificated by The London Proof House.
• New craft apprentices with a solid BTEC Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or appropriate subject will be looked upon favourably.
• Sound craft knowledge in gun making with breadth across the craft.
• Organised and positive with a desire to improve Purdey range of products.
• Good communication, teamwork and motivation skills.
• Strong work ethic with high quality outputs.
• Able to interact with all levels within the company and with customers.
• Problem solver with resourcefulness.

Responsibilities

• Produce Purdey shotguns and rifles to orders, on time and to quality standards.
• Assist development in the Technical department, including CAD/CAM input.
• Look for new processes, tooling and methods to improve quality and reliability.
• Support Craft managers in organising and developing workshop activities.
• Maintain safety and adhere to procedures and best practices.
• Work as part of the Purdey factory production team.
• Contribute to achieving production schedules and reducing rework.
• Assist with tooling procurement and process improvements.
• Safeguard information to maintain product excellence.

Skills

Gun making

Machining

Quality control

Teamwork

Communication

Education

BTEC Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

CAM

Job description

James Purdey & Sons in London is seeking an apprentice gun maker to join our workshop and continue the tradition of hand-made excellence. You will train under master craftsmen to produce Purdey shotguns and rifles to exacting standards.

You will develop practical skills in gun making, machining, and assembly, with opportunities to learn CAD/CAM methods while maintaining safety and quality. A London Proof House certificate is preferred.