We have an excellent opportunity for a skilled Machinist to join our manufacturing team in East Leake.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating both manual lathes and CNC machines to produce precision components in line with engineering specifications. This position demands strong technical skills keen attention to detail and a consistent commitment to highquality standards within a production environment.
Work schedule: Monday to Friday
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate and set up centre lathes to machine components to precise specifications.
- Setting up and operating CNC machines to manufacture components with high precision in accordance with technical specifications.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings blueprints and technical instructions.
- Select appropriate cutting tools speeds and feeds for different materials.
- Perform milling turning facing boring threading and other machining operations as required.
- Inspect finished components using measuring tools such as micrometers calipers and gauges to ensure accuracy.
- Maintain and sharpen cutting tools to optimize machining efficiency.
- Adhere to health and safety regulations ensuring a clean and organized work machining issues and make necessary adjustments to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Collaborate with engineers and production teams to optimize manufacturing processes.
- Maintain equipment and report any maintenance or repair needs.
Our benefits include
Core Benefits:
- Private Health Care (employee cover)
- Generous Pension Scheme
- Group Income Protection
- Group Life Assurance x 3 salary
- 36.25 hours per week
- 29 Days Annual Leave ( 4 fixed bank holidays)
Flexible benefits (at Employee Cost):
- Health Cash Plan
- Additional Leave Purchase Scheme
- Dental Scheme
- Cycle2Work Scheme
- Flexible Discount Platform (no cost)
- Discounted Gym Membership scheme
Qualifications :
- At least 5 years of experience in a comparable machining role
- Proven experience as a Centre Lathe Turner or similar machining role
- Proficiency in operating manual lathes understanding machining principles
- Experience as a CNC setter/operator/programmer
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documents
- Strong knowledge of cutting tools materials and machining techniques
- Attention to detail with excellent precision and accuracy in machining
- Familiarity with measuring instruments such as micrometers and vernier calipers in both imperial and metric form
- Good problemsolving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Awareness of health and safety procedures in a workshop environment
- Awareness of lean principles including 5S methodologies
- Relevant vocational training or certification in machining is an advantage
- A selfstarter that can organize their tasks within the working day
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime