Machinist
Location: Hyde
Salary: Negotiable (Depending on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 38 hours per week, early finish on a Friday
Our client, a specialist engineering business based in the Hyde area are looking for a Manual Machinist to join their close knit team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Machinist to join a well run and an established company.
Your role as the Manual Machinist will include, but not limited to:

• To support the service in house capabilities for both pump & valve refurbishments.
• The role will require parts to be machined from both draw and sample in additional to reclaiming of parts.
• Operation of various manual machines including lathe and vertical boring machine.
• Bias on turning majority of machining on manual centre lathe producing shafts, sleeves, spacers, etc.
• Machining cast parts to drawing such as impellers, bearing housings, casings.
• General milling including keyways and slots
• Vertical borer machining valve bodies, pump bowls, pump casings etc.
• Remove and replace case wear rings and bushes
• Present a professional Image, support and promote brand values at all times.
• Carry out all work practices in line with Company Health and Safety Policy.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures.
• Meet high standard of cleanliness and housekeeping.
• Support site activities.
• Liaise with workshop personnel at all levels.

The candidate, experience and key skills

• Time served Craft Apprenticeship/trained machine shop engineer using conventional lathes, drills, mills, etc.
• Confident using measuring equipment and reading engineering drawings
• Relevant qualification to NVQ Level 3
• People Skills, teamwork and collaboration
• Service knowledge & understanding of rotating equipment
• Problem solving skills, Stamina, persistence, enthusiasm & a proactive manner
• An organized & methodical approach.
• Attention to detail
• Valid Driving Licence

We are looking for candidates that have fitting and engineering knowledge, If you would like to work in a friendly and supportive environment, this is the job for you.
Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.