At a Glance
- Tasks: Set and operate manual lathes to create precision components.
- Company: Join a leading precision engineering specialist in Rugby.
- Benefits: Earn up to £25.00 per hour with overtime and free parking.
- Other info: Enjoy ongoing training and career growth in a stable, growing business.
- Why this job: Be part of a supportive team and enhance your skills in a modern workshop.
- Qualifications: Experience in manual turning and ability to read engineering drawings.
The predicted salary is between 25 - 25 £ per hour.
Check below to see if you have what is needed for this opportunity, and if so, make an application asap.
Location or Commutable from: Rugby, Coventry, Daventry, Lutterworth, Leamington Spa, Nuneaton, Northampton and surrounding areas.
Shift: Permanent Night Shift 39 hours per week
Pay Rate / Salary: Up to £25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Overtime available
- Permanent position
- Modern and well-equipped machine shop
- Stable and growing business
- Free onsite parking
- Company pension
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Supportive team environment
The Company:
A Rugby-based precision engineering specialist with decades of experience delivering high-quality machined components and engineering solutions to a range of industries. Renowned for craftsmanship, technical expertise and long-standing customer relationships, they continue to invest in both their people and manufacturing capabilities. Due to continued growth and increasing customer demand, they are looking to strengthen their night shift team with an experienced Manual Turner.
The Job Role Position:
Due to continued growth and increased workload, the company is now recruiting for an experienced Manual Turner to join their night shift operation.
Responsibilities include:
- Setting and operating manual lathes to manufacture precision engineered components.
- Working from engineering drawings and specifications.
- Producing one-off, small batch and bespoke components to tight tolerances.
- Selecting appropriate tooling, speeds and feeds for a variety of materials.
- Carrying out self-inspection using measuring equipment including micrometers, verniers and gauges.
- Maintaining high standards of quality, accuracy and housekeeping.
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the machine shop.
The Candidate:
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manual turning within a precision engineering environment. Able to read and interpret engineering drawings. Experience manufacturing components to tight tolerances. Confident using a range of inspection and measuring equipment. Capable of working independently and managing workload effectively on a night shift. Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing high-quality work.
Licence/Certification Required:
- Engineering qualification advantageous but not essential.
- Time-served apprenticeship preferred.
- Full UK Driving Licence desirable.
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Manual Turner in Royal Leamington Spa employer: Optima UK
Join a leading precision engineering specialist in Rugby, where your skills as a Manual Turner will be valued in a modern and well-equipped machine shop. Enjoy a supportive team environment with ongoing training and development opportunities, competitive pay, and the stability of a growing business that prioritises craftsmanship and employee growth. With free onsite parking and overtime available, this is an excellent opportunity for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in a thriving industry.
