Mechanical Turner

CPM Engineering; Broughton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Annual pay review

25 days holiday + pension

Training & development

Free on-site parking

Employee assistance programme

Perkbox benefits

Medical checkups

Job summary

CPM Engineering in Manchester is seeking a skilled Mechanical Turner / Manual Machinist to join a busy workshop team. You will machine components from drawings using conventional lathes and precision measuring tools, ensuring accuracy and quality.

The role involves occasional on-site work and a strong focus on safety and workmanship. We offer an excellent hourly rate (£20.50–£22 DOE) with overtime opportunities, a pension, 25 days holiday and training prospects within a growing engineering

Qualifications

• Recognised apprenticeship or relevant qualification in mechanical engineering, machining or fitting.
• Proven experience as a Mechanical Turner, Manual Turner or Manual Machinist.
• Strong practical experience using conventional/manual lathes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings & confident using precision measuring equipment.
• Good understanding of measurements, tolerances, limits and fits.

Responsibilities

• Manual turning and machining of components to engineering drawings, samples and patterns.
• Set up and operate conventional/manual lathes and associated workshop equipment.
• Produce components accurately to specified dimensions and tolerances.
• Interpret and work accurately from engineering drawings.
• Use micrometers, verniers, gauges and other precision measuring equipment.
• Understand and work to limits, fits and tolerances.
• Inspect finished components to ensure they meet required quality standards.
• Undertake repair and refurbishment work on mechanical components.
• Identify machining and repair requirements and use engineering judgement to resolve issues.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.
• Be prepared to undertake occasional on-site work when required.
• Work effectively as part of the wider workshop and engineering team.

Skills

Mechanical Turner

Manual machining

Reading drawings

Precision measuring

Lathes operation

Attention to detail

Time management

On-site readiness

Driving licence

Education

Apprenticeship or mechanical qualification

Tools

Conventional/manual lathes

Micrometers and gauges

Job description

Mechanical Turner / Manual Machinist – Manchester

£20.50 - £22 per hour depending on experience.

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Turner / Manual Machinist to join a successful and growing engineering organisation. CPM Engineering is now looking for an experienced Mechanical Turner / Manual Machinist to join our skilled and dynamic workshop team in Manchester. This is a hand-on manual machining position, ideal for someone who enjoys working with traditional engineering machinery, producing high-quality components, and tackling a variety of repair and machining challenges. As a Mechanical Turner / Manual Machinist, you will be responsible for accurately machining components from engineering drawings, samples and patterns. You will need a strong understanding of engineering measurements, tolerances, limits and fits, together with a commitment to producing work to a high standard. The role will involve a variety of machining and repair work, so flexibility.

practical problem-solving skills and a willingness to occasionally work on customer sites are important.

What's in it for you?

• Excellent hourly rate of £20.50 - £22 D.O.E. per hour + regular opportunities for overtime
• Annual pay review following successful completion of probation
• 25 days' annual holiday plus bank holidays and a contributory pension scheme
• Training and development opportunities, and company charity events and activities
• Free on-site parking
• Employee assistance programme
• Perkbox employee benefits and free annual medical
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunity to develop your skills within an established and growing engineering business

Key Responsibilities

• Manual turning and machining of components to engineering drawings, samples and patterns
• Set up and operate conventional/manual lathes and associated workshop equipment
• Produce components accurately to specified dimensions and tolerances
• Interpret and work accurately from engineering drawings
• Use micrometers, verniers, gauges and other precision measuring equipment
• Understand and work to limits, fits and tolerances
• Inspect finished components to ensure they meet required quality standards
• Undertake repair and refurbishment work on mechanical components
• Identify machining and repair requirements and use engineering judgement to resolve issues
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment
• Be prepared to undertake occasional on-site work when required
• Work effectively as part of the wider workshop and engineering team

Skills & Experience Required

• Recognised apprenticeship or relevant qualification in mechanical engineering, machining or fitting
• Proven experience as a Mechanical Turner, Manual Turner or Manual Machinist
• Strong practical experience using conventional/manual lathes
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings & confident using precision measuring equipment
• Good understanding of measurements, tolerances, limits and fits
• Previous experience within an engineering, manufacturing, repair or electro-mechanical environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work
• Good organisational and time-management skills
• Practical, enthusiastic, and positive approach to engineering challenges
• Understanding of modern mechanical repair and machining techniques
• Full driving licence required

CPM Engineering specialises in the repair, replacement, management and maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment. With more than 25 years' experience in electro-mechanical maintenance services, our repair workshop is one of the largest in the UK, representing an investment of over £3 million.

What's next? If you are an experienced Manual Turner / Mechanical Machinist who enjoys practical engineering and is looking for a long-term opportunity with a well-established and growing company, we want to hear from you.

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