Precision Machinist

Shift Pattern:
Rotating two-shift (15s) system

Hours:

42 hours per week
Salary:
Circa £36,500 per annum + shift allowance

The Role

Adept is recruiting on behalf of a well-established, high-quality manufacturing client for a Precision Machinist to join their operations team.

This is a senior, skilled machining role requiring a strong background in precision engineering, with responsibility for machine set-up, high-quality output, in-process inspection, and continuous improvement. The role would suit an experienced machinist with both manual and CNC capability, comfortable working to tight tolerances in a safety-critical environment.

Key Responsibilities

Set up and operate precision machining equipment, including manual and/or CNC machines, to produce components to specification

Work to tight tolerances, ensuring dimensional accuracy and surface finish requirements are met

Carry out in-process inspection using appropriate measuring equipment

Take ownership of quality, safety, and output within the machining area

Safely handle materials and components using appropriate lifting and handling equipment

Work flexibly across shifts to support production demand and team requirements

Contribute to continuous improvement activities, including problem-solving, method improvement, and efficiency initiatives

Support set-up reduction and best-practice machining methods

Carry out operator-level machine maintenance, including pre-start checks, lubrication, and clean-down

Maintain high standards of housekeeping (5S)

Support and mentor less experienced team members where required

Complete effective shift handovers, ensuring continuity and quality between shifts

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Time-served or demonstrably experienced Precision Machinist

Strong background in manual machining, with CNC set-up/operation experience advantageous

Proven experience machining metal and/or complex alloys

Confident working to tight tolerances and interpreting engineering drawings

Strong understanding of quality standards, inspection techniques, and process control

Positive attitude toward safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Comfortable taking ownership and accountability in a senior machining role

Personal Attributes

Highly reliable with excellent timekeeping and attendance

Detail-oriented with pride in high-quality workmanship

Team-focused, with a willingness to share knowledge and support others

Disciplined in applying procedures and engineering standards

Flexible and resilient, with the ability to work to deadlines and changing priorities

Salary & Shift Pattern

Circa £36,500 per annum + shift allowance (Circa £40k)

Rotating (15-shift) pattern

42 hours per week

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