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Posted 23 July, 2026

Manual Machinist

Kingdom People
Fareham, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Are you an experienced Manual Machinist who takes pride in precision, accuracy and high-quality workmanship?Do you enjoy working with manual lathes, mills and finishing equipment to produce components to tight tolerances?Were supporting a specialist manufacturing business who are looking to recruit a Manual Machinist to join their Machine Shop team.Whats the role all about?As a Manual Machinist , youll be responsible for the safe and accurate machining of metallic components, working from engineering drawings, job cards and process sheets.This is a hands-on role where quality, traceability and attention to detail are key.Key responsibilitiesOperate manual lathes, manual mills and workshop machineryWork from engineering drawings, job cards and process sheetsMachine and finish components to tight tolerancesCarry out precision inspections using manual measuring toolsMaintain accurate traceability documentation and test sheetsSupport MRB, NCR and audit activities where requiredComplete TPM routines to support tooling and machine lifeMaintain a clean, safe and organised working environmentMinimise scrap, rework and waste through efficient working practicesSupport continuous improvement and 5S activitiesWhat youll needPrevious manual machining experienceExperience using manual mills, lathes and workshop toolsAbility to read and interpret technical engineering drawingsStrong measurement accuracy and attention to detailGood record-keeping and traceability disciplineA reliable, self-motivated and quality-focused approachDesirableMachining / toolmaking apprenticeshipAerospace or precision engineering experienceSurface grinding experienceExposure to 5S or continuous improvementInterested?If youre an experienced Manual Machinist looking for a hands-on role within a quality-focused manufacturing environment, wed love to hear from you.Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.Kingdom People are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.TPBN1_UKTJ