Precision Manual Engineer

Precision Manual Engineer

Full-Time 30000 - 40000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Echo Personnel

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Operate manual lathes and milling machines to create high-quality components.
  • Company: Established engineering firm known for quality machining and fabrication services.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and a clean, safe working environment.
  • Other info: Monday to Friday hours with potential for overtime and career growth.
  • Why this job: Join a skilled team and make a tangible impact in engineering.
  • Qualifications: Experience with manual milling and lathe operations; attention to detail is key.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 Β£ per year.

ECHO Personnel is recruiting a Precision Manual Engineer for one of our clients based in Corby. Our client is a well-established engineering company providing high-quality machining, fabrication, and maintenance services across a range of industries.

As a Precision Manual Engineer, you'll be responsible for operating manual lathes, milling machines, and associated workshop machinery to produce high-quality components. You'll play a key role in ensuring parts are manufactured accurately and efficiently, working with a variety of materials and maintaining high engineering standards.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Operate manual lathes, milling machines, and associated machinery
  • Manufacture components to specification, working to tight tolerances
  • Read and interpret technical engineering drawings
  • Perform machine setups, tool changes, and adjustments as required
  • Work with materials including carbon steel, stainless steel, phosphor bronze, brass, and plastics
  • Carry out quality checks using measuring equipment (micrometers, verniers, etc.)
  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment in line with H&S procedures
  • Work collaboratively with the production team to meet deadlines
Requirements:
  • Proven experience in manual milling and lathe operations
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
  • Strong attention to detail and quality-focused mindset
  • Good mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Reliable, punctual, and hardworking

Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm Monday to Friday (40 hours per week, 30-minute lunch). Overtime available.

Precision Manual Engineer employer: Echo Personnel

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Echo Personnel

Contact Details:

Echo Personnel Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Precision Manual Engineer

Manual Lathe Operation
Milling Machine Operation
Technical Engineering Drawing Interpretation
Quality Control
Attention to Detail
Mechanical Aptitude
Problem-Solving Skills