At a Glance
- Tasks: Set up and operate Colchester lathes to manufacture high-quality aerospace components.
- Company: Join a growing aerospace manufacturing business with exciting investment opportunities.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, overtime potential, full training, and annual rate increases.
- Other info: Long-term contract until June 2027 with strong potential for extension.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team in a brand-new state-of-the-art facility.
- Qualifications: Experience with Colchester lathes and ability to read engineering drawings.
The predicted salary is between 38500 - 42000 £ per year.
Colchester Lathe Operator Location: Titchfield, Hampshire (Please note: the business will soon relocate to a brand-new manufacturing facility in Lee-on-the-Solent, offering an exciting opportunity to join during a period of growth and investment.)
About the Role
We are recruiting for an experienced Colchester Lathe Operator to join a growing aerospace manufacturing business on a long-term PAYE contract. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a precision engineering environment, producing high-quality components to exacting aerospace standards. You will be responsible for setting and operating Colchester lathes, working from engineering drawings, and ensuring all work meets strict quality requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and operate Colchester lathes safely and efficiently.
- Manufacture components to engineering drawings and specifications.
- Conduct in-process inspections using standard measuring equipment.
- Maintain high standards of quality and accuracy.
- Adhere to all health, safety and aerospace quality procedures.
- Support continuous improvement activities within the manufacturing team.
Candidate Requirements
- Previous experience operating Colchester lathes within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Experience using measuring equipment such as micrometers, verniers, and gauges.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Eligibility
Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK and be able to comply with ITAR requirements.
Why Join Us?
- Long-term PAYE contract.
- Contract running until June 2027 with strong potential for extension.
- Full training provided.
- Progression opportunities through additional pay grades.
- Overtime earning potential.
- Annual rate increases.
- Opportunity to work in a brand-new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility.
- Join a growing and well-established aerospace business during an exciting period of investment and expansion.
Location Initially based in Titchfield, Hampshire, with relocation to a new manufacturing facility in Lee-on-the-Solent in the near future.
If you are a skilled Lathe Operator looking for a stable long-term opportunity within the aerospace sector, we would like to hear from you.
