Manual Machinist (Lathe / Miller / Grinder)

Manual Machinist (Lathe / Miller / Grinder)Location: Royston, HertfordshirePackage: GBP35,000+ DOEManual Machinist (Lathe / Miller / Grinder)We are a specialist manufacturer of complex high end technical products based in Royston, Hertfordshire. We are currently seeking a skilled machinist with manual machining skills and experience to join our workshop team of fabricators and machinists. This role will involve the manufacture of bespoke components from engineering drawings using manual machines including lathes, milling machines, borers and grinders, so an ability to interpret drawings and specifications as well as excellent manual dexterity are all key. Components range in size and complexity from micro components up to large multipart fabrications. Production runs will range from oneoff sample prototypes to batches of up to 50. You will also inspect the parts produced so a keen eye for detail is essential. This role will also involve the design, manufacture and refurbishment of tools used for production within the workshop. Experience of using Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) would be advantageous, as would previous use of horizontal borers. If not, you must be willing to train and learn about this.We are looking for motivated Engineers who are eager to take on new challenges in the manufacture of bespoke parts, have strong problem solving skills, and are able to offer ideas for improvements for both parts and manufacturing processes. We welcome applications from candidates who have completed a recognised engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualifications. Good communication skills are important for working within the team environment and understanding safety procedures, as are time management skills. We are flexible on the industry sector from which the successful candidate will come from so long as they are able to demonstrate the skills and experience required for this position. Applicants may be currently or previously working as a tool maker, tooling engineer, manual machinist (miller / turner / borer), mechanical fitter, or recently completed a manufacturing apprenticeship.Manual Machinist (Lathe and Miller)Interpret drawings and specificationsOperate manual and EDM machinesSelfinspection of parts producedWork to defined schedulesWork to planned timesMaintain a safe and tidy environment in work area in line with safety policies and proceduresMore information is available upon application.When applying for this role, please indicate your current salary (plus benefits package), minimum salary required, notice period and your reasons for wishing to move from your current company. Alliance Consulting is acting as an employment agency in this respect. Alliance Consulting specialise in the placement of engineers throughout the UK. By sending us your CV you are explicitly consenting to our processing of your personal data on a computer database and/or in manual files for the purpose of evaluating your application for employment. This processing will be carried out in accordance with the UK Data Protection Act 1998. By applying for this role you hereby consent to us submitting your CV to our client. If you do not wish your CV to be sent to our client then you must clearly state this to us. Equally, if there are any companies that you do not wish your CV to be sent to (for whatever reason), then please let us know of this when you apply. Advertised through Zoek.