Machinist

We are looking for a Turner/Machinist – Fitter to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a time-served engineer with experience in machining, turning, and assembly of various parts and components. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with a wide range of materials and machinery, and is capable of producing both new and replacement parts in low-volume batches.

You will work from in-house prepared drawings, producing components that vary in type and complexity. The role involves using a variety of machinery and tools in our facility, with an emphasis on precision and quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Machining and Turning: Manufacture new and replacement parts, working with a wide range of components and assemblies.
• Machinery Operation: Operate various machinery in our facility, including:
  • Reciprocal saw
  • Milling machine
  • CNC lathes
  • Pillar drill
  • Radial drill
• Materials: Work with materials such as bright steel bar, steel tube, and iron/steel cast components.
• Assembly: Assemble parts where necessary (e.g., screw conveyors, stub ends, and steel flights to tubes).
• Welding: Basic welding skills are desirable, as some components require welding during the assembly process.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Time-served engineer with a background in machining, turning, or fitting.
• Experience working with a variety of machining tools and equipment.
• Ability to read and work from in-house prepared technical drawings.
• Experience with low-volume, high-precision manufacturing.
• Basic welding skills are an advantage but not essential.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Additional Benefits:

• Holidays: 30 days per year, including bank holidays.
• Pension: Pension plan available after an initial 3-month trial period.
• Overtime: Regular overtime available Monday to Friday, paid at x1.33 of basic hourly rate.
• Holiday Pay: Calculated based on an average of the past 16 weeks.