Service Centre Operator

Job Title:

Manual Machinist (Milling/Turning/Grinding)
** Salary:** £30,000
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* Location:

** Portsmouth (On site)
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* Hours:

** 39 Hours/week Are you an experienced
** Manual Machinist
** looking for your next career move? Do you want to work for a manufacturing company specialising in the innovative design and production of electrical / electronic components? We are recruiting for a Manual Machinist who is responsible for operating manual milling machines, lathes, and surface grinders to manufacture high-precision components in a fast-paced engineering environment.
Role:
You will play a key role within the toolroom and manufacturing team, supporting prototype, tooling, and production activities:

• Operate manual milling machines to manufacture precision components and tooling
• Operate manual lathes to produce shafts, bushings, fixtures, and machined parts
• Operate manual surface grinders to achieve tight tolerances and high-quality finishes
• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and technical specifications
• Manufacture components to precise tolerances and quality standards
• Select appropriate tooling, work holding methods, and machining strategies
• Carry out machine setup, alignment, and basic maintenance
• Perform in-process inspection using precision measuring equipment (micrometers, verniers, gauges)
• Work collaboratively with design and production teams to support prototype and tooling requirements
• Maintain accurate records and ensure traceability where required
• Adhere to company quality standards and health & safety procedures
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the toolroom
  ** Requirements:
  ** To succeed in this role, you will bring strong manual machining experience and a high level of precision:
• Proven experience operating manual milling machines, lathes, and surface grinders
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances
• Strong understanding of machining techniques, including feeds, speeds, and tooling selection
• Skilled in the use of precision measuring instruments
• Experience manufacturing one-off or small batch precision components
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering / Machining or equivalent experience
• NVQ / City & Guilds or similar engineering qualification (Level 3 preferred)