Precision Manual Machinist: Milling & Lathe Expert

Stirling Warrington; Barleythorpe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Stirling Warrington is seeking an experienced Manual Machinist to join its Oakham workshop. You will set and operate manual milling machines and centre lathes to produce accurate components from drawings, with a focus on one-off and small-batch parts to drawing specifications.

The role requires reading drawings, selecting tools, and using precision measuring equipment to ensure high-quality results. You will contribute to a clean, safe, organised workshop and work both independently and as part

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Manual Machinist.
• Strong practical experience with manual milling and manual centre lathes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings accurately.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate manual milling machines to produce components from drawings.
• Set and operate manual centre lathes for turning, facing, boring and threading.
• Read engineering drawings and interpret technical specifications.
• Select cutting tools, speeds and feeds for different materials.
• Use micrometers, verniers and gauges to ensure accuracy.
• Produce one-off and small-batch components to tolerances and inspect finished work.

Skills

Manual milling

Centre lathe

Reading drawings

Measuring tools

Attention to detail

Independent work

Tools

Micrometers

Verniers

Gauges

Job description

Stirling Warrington is seeking an experienced Manual Machinist to join its Oakham workshop. You will set and operate manual milling machines and centre lathes to produce accurate components from drawings, with a focus on one-off and small-batch parts to drawing specifications.

The role requires reading drawings, selecting tools, and using precision measuring equipment to ensure high-quality results. You will contribute to a clean, safe, organised workshop and work both independently and as part