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Trainee Manual Machinist

Job Posted: 3 hours ago

Salary: £ 24,784 - 26,500 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Haywards Heath, West Sussex

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Trainee Manual Machinist 

£24,784 - £26,500, Haywards Heath, Monday to Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm, Permanent, 24 days holiday + bank holidays + Christmas shutdown, 8% pension, bonus, private health insurance, parking 

The Role 

Due to continued growth, an opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Manual Machinist to join a long-established engineering business specialising in the manufacture of high-quality machinery and precision components. Working within an established workshop team, the Trainee Manual Machinist will receive training and support to develop skills across manual machining, engineering drawings, quality checking and precision component production. 

Learning to operate manual machinery including lathes, milling machines, drills, presses and an NC band saw 
Supporting the production of precision components to required standards 
Learning to read and interpret engineering drawings 
Carrying out basic quality checks using calibrated measuring equipment 
Supporting adjustments to ensure work meets required quality standards 
Developing an understanding of machining techniques and workshop processes 
Assisting with basic troubleshooting and machine care 
Working closely with experienced machinists to build technical knowledge 
Maintaining good housekeeping and a clean, safe working environment  

Requirements 

The successful Trainee Manual Machinist will have a genuine interest in practical engineering, manufacturing or workshop-based work. Previous experience in a mechanical assembly, production, engineering, manufacturing or hands-on technical environment would be desirable, although full training will be provided. The ability to read engineering drawings, use hand tools or measuring equipment would be highly desirable. You will be practical, reliable, detail-focused and keen to learn a skilled trade within a supportive engineering environment. This role could suit someone who has worked as a Production Operative, Mechanical Assembler or Workshop Assistant. 

Company Information 

You will be joining a well-established engineering business with a long-standing reputation for quality, innovation and technical expertise. The business has continued to grow through investment in people, equipment and facilities, offering a stable and supportive environment where employees can develop their skills and build long-term careers. The company promotes training, development and progression, with future team lead opportunities possible as the business continues to expand. 

Package 

Circa £26,500 salary 
24 days holiday plus bank holidays 
Additional paid time off over Christmas 
8% company pension contribution 
Annual performance-related bonus 
Annual pay review 
Salary sacrifice schemes including pension and electric vehicle scheme 
Cycle to Work scheme 
Private health insurance 
Death in service benefit 
Company social events and subsidised activities 
On-site parking 
Monday to Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm 
Permanent position 
Training and development opportunities 
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