At a Glance
- Tasks: Set and operate manual boring machines for medium-to-heavy components.
- Company: Join a leading precision engineering firm with a modern facility.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, pension contributions, health bonuses, and career progression.
- Other info: Enjoy structured overtime and a supportive team atmosphere.
- Why this job: Work on exciting industrial projects and enhance your skills in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience with manual boring machines and ability to read technical drawings.
The predicted salary is between 49307 - 49307 £ per year.
Manual Horizontal OR Vertical Borer Setter/Operator – Ashton-under-Lyne
A5 Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
Our client is a precision engineering and machining provider, specialising in sub-contract machining of medium-to-heavy components across sectors such as automotive, aerospace, power generation, and offshore industries. They operate from a modern manufacturing facility equipped to handle large and complex workpieces, with a strong focus on quality, safety, and delivery to specification. We are currently seeking an experienced Manual Horizontal OR Vertical Borer Setter/Operator to join.
Key Responsibilities
- Set and operate manual Horizontal/Vertical boring machines to produce medium-to-heavy workpieces
- Work from customer-issued drawings and specifications
- Perform self-inspections to ensure quality standards are met
- Maintain high standards of safety and housekeeping
- Be willing to work overtime as required
Candidate Requirements
- You must have the legal right to work in the UK
- Proven experience operating manual horizontal boring machines or a milling background
- Ability to read and work from technical drawings and specifications
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to self-inspect
- Reliable, motivated, and able to work independently
Working Hours
Day Shift:
- Pay range: £15.00 – £18.00 per hour (skill dependent)
- Monday – Thursday: 08:00 – 16:30
- Friday: 08:00 – 13:00
- Total: 37 paid hours per week
- 30-minute unpaid lunch Monday – Thursday; no lunch Friday
- Expected minimum of 11 hours overtime per week
- Overtime: T+1/3 (Sunday: T+1/2)
Night Shift:
- Pay range: £19.95 – £23.94 per hour (skill dependent)
- Monday – Thursday: 18:00 – 06:00 (4 x 12-hour shifts)
- Paid lunch break included
- Overtime available Friday after 13:00, Saturday, and Sunday
- Overtime: T+1/2
Compensation
- Company pension: total contribution 8% (5% employee, 3% employer)
- Health & Safety bonus: £250 every 6 months for qualifying employees
Benefits
- Work in a modern facility with experienced team members
- Opportunity to work on a variety of industrial projects
- Structured overtime opportunities and clear career progression paths
No fees are charged to candidates at any stage of the recruitment process.
Manual Machinist in Ashton-under-Lyne employer: A5 Recruitment
Join a leading precision engineering provider in Ashton-under-Lyne, where you will work in a modern facility alongside experienced professionals dedicated to quality and safety. With structured overtime opportunities and clear paths for career progression, this role as a Manual Machinist offers not just a job, but a meaningful career in a dynamic industry. Enjoy competitive pay rates, a company pension, and a supportive work culture that values your contributions.
