Toolmaker / Manual Machinist

VanRath; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision engineering firm in Lisburn is looking for an experienced Toolmaker / Manual Machinist to join their growing team. The role involves manual machining tasks including turning, milling, and grinding, while working with precision tools and technical drawings. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 5 years' experience and a background in precision engineering or aerospace. Competitive salary and flexible working arrangements are offered, along with private medical insurance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Premium-rate overtime

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in manual machining or toolmaking.
• Strong experience in turning, milling, and grinding.
• Ability to read and interpret technical/engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual machining including turning, milling, and grinding.
• Manufacture and modify precision tooling components.
• Use precision measuring equipment to ensure accuracy.

Skills

Manual machining

Turning

Milling

Grinding

Reading technical drawings

High attention to detail

Quality commitment

Tools

Lathes

Milling machines

Grinders

Precision measuring equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Toolmaker / Manual Machinist

Location: Lisburn, County Antrim
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £35,000 - £42,000

A growing, well-established precision engineering and aerospace manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Toolmaker / Manual Machinist to join its expanding team. With a strong order book and a global customer base, this is a stable, long-term opportunity for a skilled machinist looking to work in a high-quality engineering environment.

The Role

• Manual machining including turning, milling, and grinding
• Manufacture and modification of precision tooling components
• Working with lathes, milling machines, grinders, and hand tools
• Using precision measuring equipment to ensure accuracy and quality
• Reading and working from detailed technical drawings
• Maintaining a clean and organised work bay
• Working independently with minimal supervision

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a manual machining or toolmaking role
• Strong experience in turning, milling, and grinding
• Ability to read and interpret technical/engineering drawings
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Background in a precision engineering or aerospace environment (advantageous)

Location & Working Hours

• Lisburn-based role, with occasional travel opportunities
• 40-hour basic working week
• Flexible working week available
• Overtime paid at premium rates

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Private medical insurance
• Pension scheme
• Flexible working arrangements
• Premium-rate overtime
• Secure role within a growing and well-invested engineering business

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