Manual Machinist
Listed on 2026-10-10
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Machine Operator
Manual / Conventional Machining - XYZ Lathe
Location: Stoke-on-Trent, North Staffordshire
Rate: Up to £17 per hour
Hours: Monday-Thursday 7am-5pm, with Friday, Saturday and Sunday overtime available
Marmon Lift Recruitment is working with an established manufacturing business seeking an experienced Manual / Conventional Machinist to join their machining team in Stoke-on-Trent, North Staffordshire.
This is an excellent opportunity for a practical and hands-on machinist to join an established manufacturing environment, working with manual lathes, preferably XYZ, and producing components accurately to engineering drawings and required specifications.
This role suits someone with a solid manufacturing background who is confident working independently, solving problems and maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy.
- Operate manual / conventional lathes, preferably XYZ
- Read and interpret engineering drawings
- Produce components accurately to required specifications and tolerances
- Carry out quality checks and identify any issues during production
- Measure finished components using appropriate inspection equipment
- Diagnose and resolve machining and production problems
- Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment
- Work independently while contributing effectively as part of the wider manufacturing team
- Support continuous improvement and contribute ideas for improving processes and efficiency
- Previous experience in a manual / conventional machining environment - ESSENTIAL
- Experience using a manual lathe - ESSENTIAL
- Experience with XYZ lathes - PREFERRED
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings - ESSENTIAL
- Solid manufacturing background - ESSENTIAL
- Hands‑on and proactive attitude with a strong team spirit - ESSENTIAL
- Ability to work independently and under pressure - ESSENTIAL
- Strong practical problem‑solving skills - ESSENTIAL
- Good understanding of machining processes, measurements and tolerances - ESSENTIAL
- Monday-Thursday: 7am-5pm
- Friday:
Overtime available - Saturday:
Overtime available - Sunday:
Overtime available - Pay:
Up to £17 per hour, depending on experience
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