Borer Horizontal/Vertical

Manual Horizontal OR Vertical Borer Setter/Operator

Location - Ashton‑under‑Lyne

About the Role

Our client is a precision engineering and machining provider, specialising in sub-contract machining of medium-to-heavy components across sectors such as automotive, aerospace, power generation, and offshore industries. They operate from a modern manufacturing facility equipped to handle large and complex workpieces, with a strong focus on quality, safety, and delivery to specification.

We are currently seeking an experienced Manual Horizontal OR Vertical Borer Setter/Operator to join.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and operate manual Horizontal/Vertical boring machines to produce medium-to-heavy workpieces.
• Work from customer-issued drawings and specifications.
• Perform self-inspections to ensure quality standards are met.
• Maintain high standards of safety and housekeeping.
• Be willing to work overtime as required.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience operating manual horizontal boring machines or a milling background.
• Ability to read and work from technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to self-inspect.
• Reliable, motivated, and able to work independently.

Working Hours

Day Shift:

• Pay range: £15.00 – £18.00 per hour (skill dependent)
• Monday – Thursday: 08:00 – 16:30
• Friday: 08:00 – 13:00
• Total: 37 paid hours per week
• 30-minute unpaid lunch Monday – Thursday; no lunch Friday
• Expected minimum of 11 hours overtime per week
• Overtime: T+1/3 (Sunday: T+1/2)

Night Shift:

• Pay range: £19.95 – £23.94 per hour (skill dependent)
• Monday – Thursday: 18:00 – 06:00 (4 x 12-hour shifts)
• Paid lunch break included
• Overtime available Friday after 13:00, Saturday, and Sunday
• Overtime: T+1/2

Compensation

• Company pension: total contribution 8% (5% employee, 3% employer)
• Health & Safety bonus: £250 every 6 months for qualifying employees

Benefits

• Work in a modern facility with experienced team members
• Opportunity to work on a variety of industrial projects
• Structured overtime opportunities and clear career progression paths