Machinist / Manual Machinist
Manual Milling and Turning
Manufacturing Industry 
Day Shifts - Leicester - LE4
Starting Salary £16.50 per hour
On-Call Work
 
Are you a skilled Toolmaker with experience in the manufacturing industry? If yes, read on….
 
My client is an established engineering manufacturing firm based in Leicester and commutable from Leicester, Loughborough, Melton Mowbray, Syston, Scraptoft and Queniborough. They are currently looking for a skilled Machinist to join their team.
 
The Role: Skilled Machinist
- Operating manual lathes and milling machines to fabricate and repair components for electric motors, pumps, gearboxes, and fans.
- Performing mechanical fitting tasks, including assembly, disassembly, and maintenance of rotating equipment.
- Collaborating with engineers to diagnose issues and determine repair strategies for various mechanical systems.
- Ensuring precision and quality in machining tasks to meet specified tolerances and standards
- Adhering to safety protocols and maintaining a clean and organised workshop environment
- Participating in training programs to develop skills in CNC machining, as the company provides training in this area
 
Minimum Skills / Experience Required: Manual Machinist
- Proven Experience with Conventional Machines: Skilled in operating manual lathes and milling machines for precision machining tasks
- Mechanical Fitting Expertise: Experience in assembly, disassembly, and maintenance of rotating equipment such as motors, pumps, gearboxes, and fans
- Reading Technical Drawings: Ability to interpret engineering drawings to manufacture or repair components to specification
- Machining to Fine Tolerances
- Experience with using measuring tools (e.g., micrometers, calipers) to ensure accuracy and quality
- Understanding of Materials: Familiarity with machining a range of materials, including steel, alloys, and other metals
- CNC Experience (Desirable but Not Essential): Some knowledge of CNC machining is beneficial, especially if they aim to transition into CNC roles (training provided)
- Workshop Safety Practices: Knowledge of and adherence to health and safety standards in an engineering environment
 
The Package: Manual Machinist
- Base Salary £16.50 per hour
- Day shifts 8am-5pm Mon-Fri 40 hour week
- Additional overtime and on-call work opportunities
- 31 days holiday including Bank Holidays
- Pension scheme
 
Interested? To apply for this Manual Machinist position, here are your two options:
1. "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call 0116 2545411 now and let’s talk through your experience. Ask for Nilam between 8.30am - 5.30pm.
2. "I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to get an interview" - Click "apply now" so I can read your CV and let you know
 
 
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