Multi-Skilled Lathe Setter

NSSS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days annual leave inclusive of stat

Overtime opportunities

Email app with 24hr GP access

Job summary

NSSS is seeking an experienced Multi-Skilled Lathe Setter to join our Birmingham manufacturing team. You will set and operate lathes and drilling machines to produce precision parts from engineering drawings, while supervising operators and maintaining quality.

The role requires reading drawings, selecting tooling and ensuring tight tolerances, with a strong emphasis on health & safety and continuous improvement in a busy workshop environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with lathes, milling or other machining processes.
• Strong knowledge of machining processes and tooling.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Experience working to tight tolerances.
• Knowledge of inspection and measurement techniques.
• Practical problem-solving approach.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to quality and health & safety.

Responsibilities

• Setting and operating lathes and drillers.
• Producing precision parts to tight tolerances.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and standards.
• Selecting appropriate tooling, speeds and feeds.
• Capable of grinding turning tools and drills.
• Carrying out in-process quality checks.
• Using measuring equipment such as micrometers, verniers and gauges.
• Maintaining a safe, clean and organised working environment.

Skills

Lathe setting

Machining

Reading drawings

Measuring techniques

Quality control

Team supervision

Tools

Micrometers

Vernier calipers

Gauges

Job description

We are looking for an experienced, Multi-Skilled Lathe Setter to join our manufacturing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineer who is skilled in setting and operating lathes, enjoys working to tight tolerances, and is confident to supervise and motivate machine operators.

The Role

As a Multi-Skilled Lathe Setter, you will be responsible for setting and operating lathes and drilling machines to manufacture precision parts in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications.

• Setting and operating lathes and drillers.
• Producing precision parts to tight tolerances
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and standards
• Selecting appropriate tooling, speeds and feeds
• Capable of grinding turning tools and drills
• Carrying out in-process quality checks
• Using measuring equipment such as micrometers, verniers and gauges
• Making tooling and jigs where required
• Identifying and resolving machining issues
• Supervising machine operators
• Carrying out basic machine maintenance and housekeeping
• Working to production schedules while maintaining high-quality standards
• Supporting other areas of the workshop when required
• Maintaining a safe, clean and organised working environment

About You

• Experience with lathes, milling or other machining processes is a necessity.
• Strong knowledge of machining processes and tooling
• The ability to confidently read and understand engineering drawings
• Experience working to tight tolerances
• Good knowledge of inspection and measurement techniques
• A practical, problem-solving approach
• Excellent attention to detail
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• A strong commitment to quality and health & safety

What We Offer

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
  • Hours Mon- Thurs and Fri
  • 31 days annual leave inclusive of statutory days prorated in first year.
  • Overtime opportunities
  • (email address removed) app offering 24hr GP access and other benefits.
• Permanent position with a stable and established company
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• An expanding production facility with continuous investment in new machines and processes