Centre Lathe Turner / Supervisor
- 17 per hour
- 4 day working week
- Bonus Scheme
- Well Established company
We are working with a well-established manufacturer who are looking for a Centre Lathe Turner to join there join our dynamic manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical aptitude and experience in operating manual lathes, radial arm drills, horizontal borers & milling machines to produce precision components
The Job
- Operate and set up centre lathes for machining operations, ensuring high-quality production of components.
- Operate manual lathes, radial arm drills, horizontal borers & milling machines
- Supervise & Teach apprentices as and when required
- Attend Production Meetings
- Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to determine machining requirements.
- Perform routine maintenance on lathes and associated equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Conduct quality checks on finished products using measuring instruments to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Collaborate with other team members to optimise production processes and improve efficiency.
- Maintain a clean and organised workspace, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Assist in the fabrication of components as required, utilising various tools and machinery.
About you
- Proficient in basic maths for measurements and calculations related to machining tasks
- Experience with manual lathes, horizontal borers and welding techniques
- Experience of CNC is advantageous
- Familiarity with SolidWorks or other CAD software for interpreting designs is preferred.
- Strong mechanical knowledge, including the ability to troubleshoot machinery issues effectively.
- Experience in materials handling and warehouse operations is beneficial.
- Understanding of logic controllers and their application in manufacturing processes
- Ability to fabricate components from raw materials as per specifications.
If you have experience on lathes please send your CV to James at The Recruitment Fix Ltd for more information