Machinist​/Fitter

Machinist / Fitter
Manual Milling and Turning
Precision Engineering
Day Shifts – Cheddar – BS27
From £34,000 per annum
Bonuses, Overtime, Private Healthcare, Pension

Are you a skilled Manual Machinist with Mechanical Fitting experience? If yes, read on….

My client is an established engineering firm based in Cheddar and commutable from Draycott, Axbridge, Wedmore, Badgworth and Winscombe. They are currently looking for a skilled Manual Machinist / Fitter to join their team.

• Operating manual lathes and mills to fabricate and repair components for electric motors, pumps, gearboxes, and fans
• Collaborating with engineers to diagnose issues and determine repair strategies for various mechanical systems
• The role will also require a degree of welding and general engineering
• Ensuring precision and quality in machining tasks to meet specified tolerances and standards
• Adhering to safety protocols and maintaining a clean and organised workshop environment
• Participate in training programs to develop skills in CNC machining, as the company provides training in this area
• Review samples, drawings or instructions to understand specifications of output
• Plan the sequence of necessary actions for the completion of a job
• Be available for call-out and overtime.
• Perform any other duties within your capabilities as directed by the Workshop Manager

• Time-served engineer with a proven record of manual/conventional turning, milling, and general machining, together with proven mechanical fitting skills
• Additional experience with CNC and XYZ machines would be an advantage, but is not essential; training will be provided
• The ability to use CAD/Solidworks package would be an advantage
• The role will also require a degree of welding and general engineering
• Experience in using manual, semi-automated or automated tools and machines (lathes, grinders etc)
• Experience with welding and balancing would be beneficial
• Reading Technical Drawings:
  Ability to interpret engineering drawings to manufacture or repair components to specification
• Machining to Fine Tolerances
• Experience with measuring tools (e.g., micrometers, callipers) to ensure accuracy and quality
• CNC Experience (Desirable but Not Essential):
  Some knowledge of CNC machining is beneficial, especially if they aim to transition into CNC roles (training provided)
• Workshop Safety Practices:
  Knowledge of and adherence to health and safety standards in an engineering environment

• Base Salary from £17.00 per hour
• Day shifts
• Additional on-call bonuses and enhanced overtime rates
• Company vehicle provided for on-call jobs
• Private Healthcare
• 28 days holiday
• Pension scheme
• Progression Opportunities

Salary: £34000 – £35000/annum Private Medical Insurance, Pension

Job Type: Permanent

Location: BS27