Job Description
Are you an experienced Manual Machinist, Toolroom Machinist or
Precision Engineer looking for your next opportunity within a
world-class precision engineering environment?
Do you enjoy producing one-off and small batch precision
components while working to tight tolerances using manual machine
tools?
We're supporting a leading precision engineering manufacturer in
Portsmouth who are looking to recruit a Service Centre Operator
(Manual Machinist / Toolroom Machinist) to join their Toolroom
team.
This is an excellent opportunity to work on prototype
development, tooling manufacture and production support within a
business renowned for engineering excellence and innovation.
What's the role all about?
As a Service Centre Operator, you'll be responsible for
manufacturing high-precision components using manual milling
machines, manual lathes and manual surface grinders.
Working closely with Design Engineers and Production teams,
you'll produce tooling, prototypes and precision parts from
engineering drawings, ensuring the highest standards of quality
and accuracy are achieved.
This is a varied, hands-on role where your machining expertise
will directly support new product development and manufacturing
operations.
Key responsibilities
Operate manual milling machines, centre lathes and surface
grinders
Manufacture one-off and small batch precision components and
tooling
Produce components to tight tolerances from engineering
drawings and specifications
Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models and technical
documentation
Select appropriate tooling, workholding methods and machining
strategies
Carry out machine set-up, alignment and routine maintenance
Perform in-process inspections using precision measuring
equipment including micrometers, verniers and dial gauges
Work closely with Design Engineering and Production teams to
support prototype and tooling requirements
Maintain accurate manufacturing records and traceability using
the ERP system
Ensure all work is completed in line with company quality
standards and Health & Safety procedures
Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Toolroom
and Manufacturing departments
What you'll need
To succeed in this role, you'll bring:
Proven experience operating:
Manual milling machines
Manual centre lathes
Manual surface grinders
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Experience working to tight tolerances within a precision
engineering environment
Strong understanding of machining techniques, cutting tools,
feeds and speeds
Experience using precision measuring equipment
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Ability to manufacture one-off and small batch components
Desirable
Mechanical Engineering or Machining Apprenticeship
NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent Engineering qualification
Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering
Experience using ERP systems such as IFS
Background within aerospace, electronics or precision
manufacturing
About you
You're a skilled machinist who enjoys producing high-quality
precision components and takes pride in your craftsmanship.
You'll be:
Detail-focused and methodical
Hands-on and technically capable
Quality-driven
A proactive problem solver
Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
Passionate about precision engineering
Why join?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing engineering
business where you'll support the manufacture of innovative,
high-precision products supplied to customers worldwide.
Working within a highly skilled Toolroom team, you'll contribute
to prototype development, tooling manufacture and continuous
improvement while enjoying long-term career development
opportunities.
Salary & Benefits
Competitive salary
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Additional 3 days' leave over the festive period
Company bonus scheme
Company pension
Life Assurance (3x salary)
Employee Assistance Programme
Ongoing training and career development
Interested?
If you're an experienced Manual Machinist, Toolroom Machinist,
Precision Machinist or Service Centre Operator looking for your
next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.
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