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 £ 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
- 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
ECHO Personnel's client in Corby is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With a focus on high-quality engineering services, employees benefit from hands-on experience with advanced machinery and the opportunity to work collaboratively in a dynamic team environment. The company also promotes a healthy work-life balance with standard hours and overtime options, making it an ideal place for skilled Precision Manual Engineers seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
