Mechanical Turner in Milton Keynes

so flexibility, practical problem-solving skills and a willingness to occasionally work on customer sites are important.

What's in it for you?

• Excellent hourly rate of £20.50 - £22 D.O.E. per hour + regular opportunities for overtime
• Annual pay review following successful completion of probation
• 25 days' annual holiday plus bank holidays and a contributory pension scheme
• Training and development opportunities, and company charity events and activities
• Free on-site parking
• Employee assistance programme, Perkbox employee benefits and free annual medical
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunity to develop your skills within an established and growing engineering business

Key Responsibilities of the Mechanical Turner / Manual Machinist role:

• Manual turning and machining of components to engineering drawings, samples and patterns
• Set up and operate conventional/manual lathes and associated workshop equipment
• Produce components accurately to specified dimensions and tolerances
• Interpret and work accurately from engineering drawings
• Use micrometers, verniers, gauges and other precision measuring equipment
• Understand and work to limits, fits and tolerances
• Inspect finished components to ensure they meet required quality standards
• Undertake repair and refurbishment work on mechanical components
• Identify machining and repair requirements and use engineering judgement to resolve issues
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment
• Be prepared to undertake occasional on-site work when required
• Work effectively as part of the wider workshop and engineering team

Skills & Experience Required:

• Recognised apprenticeship or relevant qualification in mechanical engineering, machining or fitting
• Proven experience as a Mechanical Turner, Manual Turner or Manual Machinist
• Strong practical experience using conventional/manual lathes
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings & confident using precision measuring equipment
• Good understanding of measurements, tolerances, limits and fits
• Previous experience within an engineering, manufacturing, repair or electro‑mechanical environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work
• Good organisational and time‑management skills
• Practical, enthusiastic, and positive approach to engineering challenges
• Understanding of modern mechanical repair and machining techniques
• Full driving licence required

CPM Engineering specialises in the repair, replacement, management and maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment. With more than 25 years' experience in electro‑mechanical maintenance services, our repair workshop is one of the largest in the UK, representing an investment of over £3 million.

Job DescriptionMechanical Turner / Manual Machinist / Manchester | £20.50 - £22 Per Hour Depending On Experience An excellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Turner / Manual Machinist to join a successful and growing engineering organisation.CPM Engineering is now looking for an experienced Mechanical Turner / Manual Machinist to join our skilled and dynamic workshop team in Manchester. This is a hands‑on manual machining position, ideal for someone who enjoys working with traditional engineering machinery, producing high‑quality components, and tackling a variety of repair and machining challenges.As a Mechanical Turner / Manual Machinist, you will be responsible for accurately machining components from engineering drawings, samples and patterns. You will need a strong understanding of engineering measurements, tolerances, limits and fits, together with a commitment to producing work to a high standard. The role will involve a variety of machining and repair work