XYZ Lathe Operator

Ethero Ltd; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime available

Job summary

Ethero Ltd in Stoke-on-Trent recruitment for an experienced XYZ Lathe Operator to join an established engineering environment. The role requires setting up and operating XYZ lathes, reading drawings, and ensuring components meet tight tolerances.

We offer overtime and long-term career opportunities. Monday-Thursday shifts, with a pay rate of £15.00 to £16.50 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating XYZ lathes.
• Background in engineering or precision machining.
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate XYZ lathes to produce components.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Perform quality checks and measurements to ensure tolerances.
• Select tooling and adjust machines as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Meet production deadlines while upholding quality.
• Travel to site in Stoke-on-Trent daily.

Skills

XYZ lathe operation

Reading engineering drawings

Quality inspection

Tooling adjustments

Job description

Working Hours: Monday to Thursday, 7:00am - 5:00pm

Overtime: Available

We are currently recruiting for an experienced XYZ Lathe Operator to join an established engineering company based in the Stoke-on-Trent area.

The successful candidate must have proven experience operating XYZ lathes within an engineering or precision machining environment. We are looking for someone with a strong engineering background who can work independently, produce quality components and maintain high standards of accuracy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operating and setting XYZ lathes.
• Producing components to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Reading and interpreting technical engineering drawings.
• Carrying out quality checks and measurements to ensure components meet required tolerances.
• Selecting appropriate tooling and making adjustments where necessary.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working area.
• Working to production deadlines whilst maintaining quality standards.
• Following all company health and safety procedures.
• Proven, previous experience operating XYZ lathes.
• Strong background within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Good understanding of machining processes, tooling and tolerances.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Reliable, hardworking and able to work independently.
• Must be able to travel to the site in Stoke-on-Trent daily.

Working Hours:

Monday to Thursday, 7:00am - 5:00pm.

Pay:

£15.00 - £16.50 per hour, depending on experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced XYZ Lathe Operator looking for a long-term opportunity within an established engineering environment.