Manual & CNC Lathe Machinist

PERMANENT SALARIED BASED LIVINGSTON – COMPETITIVE SALARY PLUS BENEFITS

Based in Livingston, Grw Talent’s client comprises of a group of European companies engaged in the design, development, manufacture and distribution of analytical systems, life science equipment and laboratory instruments with operations dating back to 1920. Now part of a global multinational business, their thriving Production team is looking to recruit a Manual & CNC Lathe Machinist.

Reporting to the Head of Manufacturing and Supply Chain, you will be responsible for safely manufacturing, modifying and inspecting precision components used in scientific instrumentation and laboratory products. The role covers CNC turning, manual turning and manual milling, including machine setup, basic CNC programming, tooling and work holding selection, in-process inspection, production records and routine equipment care. You’ll also support safety, quality, delivery and continuous improvement objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Manufacture precision components from aluminium, steel, stainless steel, brass, engineering plastics and other approved materials using CNC lathes, manual lathes and manual milling machines.
• Set up machines, tooling, work holding, offsets and cutting parameters in accordance with drawings, job instructions and safe working practices.
• Create, load, prove out and amend CNC programs using approved CAM software and G-code, within individual competence and authorisation.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, tolerances, surface-finish requirements and revision status before starting work.
• Carry out first-off, in-process and final inspection using appropriate measuring equipment, recording results and escalating non-conformances promptly.
• Modify, rework, deburr, finish and clean manufactured or bought-in components using machine tools and approved hand tools.
• Perform routine operator checks, cleaning and basic preventive-maintenance tasks, and report faults, damage or calibration concerns.
• Maintain tooling, gauges, fixtures and work areas in a clean, organised and serviceable condition in line with 5S standards.
• Work with Production, Engineering, Quality and Procurement colleagues to resolve manufacturability, quality, material and delivery issues.
• Support design changes, prototype work, process improvements, standardisation and reduction of setup time, scrap and rework.
• Follow company policies, documented procedures, risk assessments, COSHH controls and health, safety, environmental and quality requirements.

Requirements:

• A time-served machining apprenticeship, recognised engineering qualification, or equivalent demonstrable experience in precision component manufacture.
• Competence in manual turning and manual milling, including machine setup, tooling selection, work holding and safe operation.
• Practical CNC turning experience, including machine setup, setting offsets, proving programs and making controlled program or parameter adjustments.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, geometric and dimensional tolerances, material specifications and surface-finish requirements.
• Competence in using inspection equipment such as vernier calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, height gauges, thread gauges and surface plates.
• Understanding of cutting tools, speeds and feeds, materials, coolant use, deburring and component finishing.
• Ability to maintain accurate production, inspection and traceability records and to work from the correct controlled documentation.

This a great opportunity to join an established and growing global business. In return they can offer excellent financial rewards and career development prospects. You will work 37.5 flexible working pattern, that allows an early finish on a Friday. They also offer a comprehensive range of benefits including performance-related bonus scheme, death in service, group income protection, private medical insurance, pension scheme, paid holidays, subsidised gym membership, cycle to work and employee discount scheme.