Trainee Manual Machinist: Precision Milling & Lathes

Placr Recruitment; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Placr Recruitment in Eastbourne is seeking a Trainee Manual Machinist for a specialist engineering manufacturer. This role offers a clear development path within a precision engineering environment and the chance to learn on modern manual machines.

You will work with engineering drawings, gauge your work with micrometers and verniers, and build accuracy while adhering to quality standards and safety policies. Training and progression are available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Completed an apprenticeship in manual machining.
• Keen to learn and progress.
• Understand engineering drawings and precision measurement.
• Have excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Enjoy working both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual lathes and milling machines.
• Manufacture precision components to engineering drawings and tight tolerances.
• Use measuring equipment, including micrometers and verniers.
• Inspect finished components and complete production documentation.
• Maintain high standards of quality and health and safety.

Skills

Manual machining

Lathes

Milling machines

Measuring equipment

Engineering drawings

Education

Apprenticeship in manual machining

Tools

Micrometers

Verniers

Job description

Placr Recruitment in Eastbourne is seeking a Trainee Manual Machinist for a specialist engineering manufacturer. This role offers a clear development path within a precision engineering environment and the chance to learn on modern manual machines.

You will work with engineering drawings, gauge your work with micrometers and verniers, and build accuracy while adhering to quality standards and safety policies. Training and progression are available for the right candidate.