Senior Workshop Engineer | Hands-On Operations Leader

Interaction Recruitment PLC; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-funded private healthcare

Company pension with 5% employer

Critical illness and life assurance

Company sick pay scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working arrangements

Onsite parking

Complimentary refreshments

Regular company social events

Job summary

Interaction Engineering in Huntingdon is seeking a Senior Operations Team Member for the Workshop. The role focuses on manufacturing using bandsaws, lathes, mills, and guillotines, with emphasis on accuracy and safety.

You will read drawings, select materials, and maintain stock records while supporting the team and continuous improvement. Offering a competitive £36,050 per annum plus excellent benefits, the position requires practical engineering experience, a detail-oriented mindset, and

Qualifications

• Previous engineering or workshop experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Good understanding of materials and manufacturing processes.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• A methodical and safety-conscious approach to work.
• Good IT and administration skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• A flexible, proactive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate workshop machinery, including bandsaws, lathes, vertical mills and guillotines.
• Manufacture products in line with engineering drawings, production sheets and customer specifications.
• Select appropriate materials from stock and minimise material wastage.
• Inspect and test finished products to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, sketches and technical instructions.
• Maintain accurate stock records and update internal systems.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with workshop procedures.
• Complete relevant production documentation accurately.
• Support colleagues through knowledge sharing and training where required.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency and workplace safety.
• Ensure customer orders are completed within agreed timescales.

Skills

Engineering experience

Reading drawings

Materials knowledge

Teamwork

Tools

Bandsaws

Lathes

Milling machines

Guillotines

Job description

Interaction Engineering in Huntingdon is seeking a Senior Operations Team Member for the Workshop. The role focuses on manufacturing using bandsaws, lathes, mills, and guillotines, with emphasis on accuracy and safety.

You will read drawings, select materials, and maintain stock records while supporting the team and continuous improvement. Offering a competitive £36,050 per annum plus excellent benefits, the position requires practical engineering experience, a detail-oriented mindset, and