Precision Lathe & Press Machinist – Rail Wheelsets

Morson Talent; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

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Job summary

Morson Talent in Manchester is recruiting a Lathe & Press Operator for a leading rail rolling stock client. You will work with CNC horizontal lathes and hydraulic wheel presses, machining axles and assembling wheelsets to tight tolerances, setting up tooling and interpreting engineering drawings.

The ideal candidate holds NVQ Level 3 in engineering, with proven experience in rail or heavy engineering, excellent measurement skills using micrometres and dial indicators, and a strong focus on

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3+ in relevant engineering discipline.
• Experience operating CNC horizontal lathes and hydraulic wheel presses.
• Experience in rail, aerospace or heavy engineering environments.
• Strong knowledge of precision machining, drawings and tolerances.
• Competence using micrometres, dial test indicators, bore gauges.
• Understanding of wheelset assembly, pressing operations and machinery safety.
• Proactive, quality-focused with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operating CNC horizontal lathes and hydraulic wheel presses.
• Machining axles and assembling wheelsets to precise tolerances.
• Setting up machinery, selecting tooling and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Carrying out quality inspections using precision measuring equipment.
• Supporting brake disc fitting, bearing installation and wheelset build activities.
• Recording inspection results and maintaining accurate quality documentation.
• Following health and safety procedures and maintaining a safe working environment.
• Performing routine equipment checks and supporting continuous improvement activities.

Skills

CNC horizontal lathe operation

Hydraulic wheel press operation

Precision machining

Engineering drawings interpretation

Micrometres

Wheelset assembly

Quality inspection

Safety compliance

Education

NVQ Level 3+ in engineering

Tools

Micrometres

Dial test indicators

Bore gauges

Job description

Morson Talent in Manchester is recruiting a Lathe & Press Operator for a leading rail rolling stock client. You will work with CNC horizontal lathes and hydraulic wheel presses, machining axles and assembling wheelsets to tight tolerances, setting up tooling and interpreting engineering drawings.

The ideal candidate holds NVQ Level 3 in engineering, with proven experience in rail or heavy engineering, excellent measurement skills using micrometres and dial indicators, and a strong focus on