Manual Machinist​/Toolmaker

Are you an experienced Manual Machinist / Toolmaker looking for a varied engineering role where quality and craftsmanship are genuinely valued?

Meridian Business Support is recruiting on behalf of a well‑established precision engineering manufacturer based in Taunton that specialises in producing high‑quality tooling and engineered components for a range of industries. This is a permanent role.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a skilled manufacturing team where no two projects are the same, offering a diverse workload, modern facilities, overtime opportunities and a 2pm finish every Friday.

The Role

As a Manual Machinist / Toolmaker, you will play a key role in the manufacture, modification and repair of precision tooling and components, working within a dedicated engineering and toolroom environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Operating manual milling machines and lathes to produce precision‑engineered parts and tooling.
• Using XYZ ProTRAK machinery where required.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, dimensions and tolerances accurately.
• Carrying out fitting, assembly, finishing and modification work on tooling and components.
• Using micrometers, verniers, height gauges and other inspection equipment to maintain quality standards.
• Working closely with CNC machinists and other engineering colleagues to deliver projects efficiently.

This Manual Machinist / Toolmaker position would suit someone who enjoys hands‑on engineering work, problem‑solving and producing high‑quality workmanship to close tolerances.

Skills & Experience

To be successful as a Manual Machinist / Toolmaker, you will ideally have:

• Previous experience within manual machining, toolmaking, precision engineering or a similar manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience operating manual mills and lathes.
• The ability to confidently read and work from engineering drawings.
• Experience using precision measuring and inspection equipment.
• Good practical problem‑solving skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Experience of fitting and assembling precision parts or tooling.
• A reliable, organised and quality‑focused approach to work.

Experience with XYZ ProTRAK equipment would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer?

• Up to £16.50 per hour, depending on experience
• Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate
• 2pm finish every Friday
• Company pension scheme
• Life insurance
• On‑site parking
• Varied, bespoke engineering projects rather than repetitive production work
• Supportive and experienced manufacturing team
• Stable permanent employment with a growing engineering business

This is a fantastic opportunity for a time‑served machinist, toolmaker, fitter, toolroom engineer or precision engineer looking to join a company that values accuracy, quality and attention to detail.

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Company:
Meridian Business Support Salary: £30,000 to £40,000 a year

Hours:

Part‑time

Location:

Fulford, TA1 1QN
Job type:
Permanent Posting date: 22 Oct 2026 Closing date: 20 Nov 2026

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