General Machinist

The Role

We are currently recruiting for a General Machinist to join a well-established engineering and manufacturing business. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with machining experience who are looking to develop their skills within a heavy manufacturing setting.

The successful candidate will be responsible for operating CNC machinery as well as a range of conventional workshop equipment to support production requirements.

Working Hours

* Monday to Thursday: 7:45am – 4:45pm

* Friday: 7:45am – 3:45pm

* Total weekly hours: 41.5 hours

Please note that while the company's standard contracted week is 39 hours, employees work an additional 2.5 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

* Operating CNC machinery safely and efficiently

* Using conventional machining equipment including:

* Chop saws

* Threading machines

* Conventional drilling machines

* Pillar drills

* Other general workshop machinery

* Producing components to required specifications and quality standards

* Carrying out routine machine checks and maintaining a safe working environment

* Following engineering drawings and production instructions

* Supporting general workshop and manufacturing operations as required

Requirements

* Previous experience in a machining or engineering manufacturing environment

* Experience operating CNC machinery

* Familiarity with conventional workshop machinery and equipment

* Ability to work safely within a heavy engineering or forge environment

* Good attention to detail and commitment to quality

* Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic

Benefits

* Competitive pay rate of £12.87 per hour

* Immediate start available

* Opportunity to secure a long-term position

* Holiday entitlement increases from 28 days to 33 days per annum after 12 weeks (AWR qualification)

* Additional 2.5 weekly hours paid at enhanced overtime rates after 12 weeks

* Work within a well-established engineering and manufacturing business

If you have machining experience and are looking for your next opportunity within a busy engineering environment, we would like to hear from you
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed