Manual Machinist

Manual Machinist - Manual / Conventional Machining
Manual / Conventional Machining - XYZ Lathe
Location: Stoke-on-Trent, North Staffordshire
Rate: Up to £17 per hour
Hours: Monday-Thursday 7am-5pm, with Friday, Saturday and Sunday overtime available
Marmon Lift Recruitment is working with an established manufacturing business seeking an experienced Manual / Conventional Machinist to join their machining team in Stoke-on-Trent, North Staffordshire.
This is an excellent opportunity for a practical and hands-on machinist to join an established manufacturing environment, working with manual lathes, preferably XYZ, and producing components accurately to engineering drawings and required specifications.
This role suits someone with a solid manufacturing background who is confident working independently, solving problems and maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy.
Manual Machinist Responsibilities:
* Operate manual / conventional lathes, preferably XYZ
* Read and interpret engineering drawings
* Produce components accurately to required specifications and tolerances
* Carry out quality checks and identify any issues during production
* Measure finished components using appropriate inspection equipment
* Diagnose and resolve machining and production problems
* Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment
* Work independently while contributing effectively as part of the wider manufacturing team
* Support continuous improvement and contribute ideas for improving processes and efficiency
The Ideal Manual Machinist:
* Previous experience in a manual / conventional machining environment - ESSENTIAL
* Experience using a manual lathe - ESSENTIAL
* Experience with XYZ lathes - PREFERRED
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings - ESSENTIAL
* Solid manufacturing background - ESSENTIAL
* Hands-on and proactive attitude with a strong team spirit - ESSENTIAL
* Ability to work independently and under pressure - ESSENTIAL
* Strong practical problem-solving skills - ESSENTIAL
* Good understanding of machining processes, measurements and tolerances - ESSENTIAL
Hours & Overtime:
* Monday-Thursday: 7am-5pm
* Friday: Overtime available
* Saturday: Overtime available
* Sunday: Overtime available
* Pay: Up to £17 per hour, depending on experience
Apply for this Manual Machinist role:
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