Machine Shop Operator

Job Title: Machine Shop Operator

While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.
Location: Nottingham, NG4
Pay rate: £14.01 - £16.07 per hour
Type: Permanent
Hours of work: Full time
Barker Ross are currently recruiting on behalf of a client based in Nottingham and are looking for a Machine Shop Operator to join a busy manufacturing environment.
This is a hands-on workshop role involving batch manufacturing, machining, modification and assembly work. You will operate a range of conventional workshop machinery to produce and modify components to drawings, specifications and required tolerances.
The Role
You will be responsible for:
Operating workshop machinery safely and efficiently
Carrying out machining, cutting, drilling, tapping and assembly work
Producing and modifying components for small-batch production
Working from engineering drawings, measurements and job instructions
Setting and checking machinery and materials before starting work
Carrying out quality checks to ensure work meets the required specification
Completing production records and reporting any defects or issues
Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment
Reporting equipment faults, maintenance requirements and safety concerns
Machinery
The role involves operating a variety of conventional workshop equipment, including:
Harrison 400 & 500 lathes
Bridgeport milling machine
Capstan lathe
Tube scalloper
Prosaw LX250
Pillar drills
Tapping equipment
Chop/circular saws
About You
We are looking for someone with previous experience in a machine shop, engineering or manufacturing environment, with practical experience operating workshop machinery.
You should be able to:
Read and follow engineering drawings and technical instructions
Take accurate measurements and work to specified tolerances
Carry out basic machining and assembly work
Work accurately with good attention to detail
Follow workshop health and safety procedures
Work independently as well as part of a team
Learn and become competent across a range of different machines
Full training will be provided on the relevant machinery and processes, with competency assessed before working independently.
If you have a practical engineering or machining background and are looking for a varied workshop role, we would like to hear from you.
Please contact Lee or Jade at Barker Ross for further details.
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