Mechanical Turner

Mechanical Turner / Manual Machinist / Manchester | £20.50 - £22 Per Hour Depending On Experience

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Turner / Manual Machinist to join a successful and growing engineering organisation.

CPM Engineering is now looking for an experienced Mechanical Turner / Manual Machinist to join our skilled and dynamic workshop team in Manchester. This is a hands-on manual machining position, ideal for someone who enjoys working with traditional engineering machinery, producing high-quality components, and tackling a variety of repair and machining challenges.

As a Mechanical Turner / Manual Machinist, you will be responsible for accurately machining components from engineering drawings, samples and patterns. You will need a strong understanding of engineering measurements, tolerances, limits and fits, together with a commitment to producing work to a high standard. The role will involve a variety of machining and repair work, so flexibility, practical problem-solving skills and a willingness to occasionally work on customer sites are important.

What’s in it for you?

Excellent hourly rate of £20.50 - £22 D.O.E. per hour + regular opportunities for overtime
Annual pay review following successful completion of probation
25 days’ annual holiday plus bank holidays and a contributory pension scheme
Training and development opportunities, and company charity events and activities
Free on-site parking
Employee assistance programme, Perkbox employee benefits and free annual medical
Supportive and friendly working environment
Opportunity to develop your skills within an established and growing engineering business
Key Responsibilities of the Mechanical Turner / Manual Machinist role:

Manual turning and machining of components to engineering drawings, samples and patterns
Set up and operate conventional/manual lathes and associated workshop equipment
Produce components accurately to specified dimensions and tolerances
Interpret and work accurately from engineering drawings
Use micrometers, verniers, gauges and other precision measuring equipment
Understand and work to limits, fits and tolerances
Inspect finished components to ensure they meet required quality standards
Undertake repair and refurbishment work on mechanical components
Identify machining and repair requirements and use engineering judgement to resolve issues
Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment
Be prepared to undertake occasional on-site work when required
Work effectively as part of the wider workshop and engineering team
Skills & Experience Required:

Recognised apprenticeship or relevant qualification in mechanical engineering, machining or fitting
Proven experience as a Mechanical Turner, Manual Turner or Manual Machinist
Strong practical experience using conventional/manual lathes
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings & confident using precision measuring equipment
Good understanding of measurements, tolerances, limits and fits
Previous experience within an engineering, manufacturing, repair or electro-mechanical environment
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work
Good organisational and time-management skills
Practical, enthusiastic, and positive approach to engineering challenges
Understanding of modern mechanical repair and machining techniques
Full driving licence required
CPM Engineering specialises in the repair, replacement, management and maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment. With more than 25 years’ experience in electro-mechanical maintenance services, our repair workshop is one of the largest in the UK, representing an investment of over £3 million.

What’s next?

If you are an experienced Manual Turner / Mechanical Machinist who enjoys practical engineering and is looking for a long-term opportunity with a well-established and growing company, we want to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your engineering career with CPM Engineering
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed