Job Description

Our client based in the Fareham area are looking to recruit experienced Turning and Manual Machinist to work either of the below shifts:

Shift: Twilight (training will be on days) Standard weekly 37hrs (Mon – Thurs 2:00pm – 10:30pm (30 min unpaid break) / Fri 09:00-14:00 (no break)

Shift: Days - Standard weekly 37hrs - (Mon – Thurs: 0800-1630 / Fri: 0800-1300)

A skilled manual machinist with the capability of working unsupervised on Manual Lathes swagging techniques, Capable of reading drawings and inspecting own work

Job Duties:

• Manual turning with tight tolerances work using a Lathe.
• Other machining and intricate work as required in other departments
• Second operation activities such as deburring
• General housekeeping activities, Lean 6S and planned maintenance activities

Education Level:

• Apprentice trained in manual machining may be considered
• ONC or equivalent in a mechanical engineering discipline but relevant experience would be a bonus

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• A skilled manual machinist with the capability of working unsupervised on Manual Lathes swagging techniques
• Good written communication and verbal communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Strong prioritization skills
• Good team player and also self-motivated to work as an individual
• Ability to complete work accurately and thoroughly, meeting required timescales
• Ability to operate manual machine tools
• Ability to read engineering drawings
• Decision making skills
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and ability to multi-task
• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures
• Ability to ensure a high level of service and quality is maintained
• Understanding of lean principles, in particular 5S/6S activities
• Safety orientated with a good awareness of Health and Safety in a machine shop and treatments environment
• Ability to learn and take on new skills