Manual Machinist (Milling/Turning)

Company: Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
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Location: Burton upon Trent
Job Description:

Manual Machinist (Milling/Turning)Burton-upon-Trent

£35,000 – £40,000 (OTE £50,000) + Flexi hours + Overtime + Bonus + Pension + Company Benefits + Early Fridays

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Overview

In this hands‑on role you will run manual milling and turning machines to produce precision components and bespoke parts for specialist machinery. You work from engineering drawings and customer briefs, bringing complex mechanical solutions to life for clients such as the NHS, Jaguar, Guinness, and CAT.

Role

  • Operate manual milling and turning machines to produce high‑precision, bespoke components.
  • Interpret and work from engineering drawings to meet tight tolerances and client specifications.
  • Collaborate with engineers to solve mechanical challenges and support the creation of custom machinery.
  • Full autonomy over your working hours and days, with support from senior management.
  • Work Monday–Friday, flexible hours, days‑based role with optional overtime.

Person

  • Proven experience in manual milling and turning, with a strong background in precision machining.
  • Confident reading and interpreting technical/engineering drawings and working to fine tolerances.
  • Commutable to Burton‑upon‑Trent.

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Posted: June 18th, 2026