Machinist

Job Role: Machinist (Manual & CNC Turning)
Location: Birmingham (B14), West Midlands

Hours: Full-time (39 hours/week) or part-time considered.
Salary: £16.00 – £17.00 per hour (dependent on experience)

About the Company

Established in 1948, the company is a world-leading specialist in the manufacture of precision ground threading tools. Operating out of their Birmingham facility, the company design and manufacture high-performance tools—including thread taps, thread milling cutters, dies, and die nuts—from premium grade materials like HSS and Tungsten Carbide. They pride themselves on innovative tool design, precise in-house manufacturing, and complete aftercare support.

The Role

Due to continued demand for their specialist tooling, they have an exciting vacancy for a Machinist. The primary focus of this role will be turning operations, both manual and CNC, to help manufacture our bespoke and standard threading tools.

The company offer a highly flexible working environment—whether you are looking for a standard 39-hour week or a part-time arrangement, they are open to discussing schedules that work for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate both manual and CNC turning machines.

• Manufacture precision cutting tools in accordance with engineering drawings and strict tolerances.

• Inspect finished products to ensure they meet our rigorous first-class quality standards.

• Operate Machining Centres (if experienced) to assist with broader manufacturing needs.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient day-to-day working environment.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Machinist with strong capabilities in both Manual and CNC Turning.

• Knowledge and hands-on experience operating Machining Centres is highly beneficial (though not a dealbreaker if you do not have this).

• Familiarity with machining high-performance materials (such as HSS, HSCo, and Carbide) is advantageous.

• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to producing high-quality precision work.
   

Benefits & Perks

• Day working hours with the ability to flex your start/finish times.

• We are more than happy to consider skilled candidates seeking part-time hours.

• Flexible holiday scheme.

• Permanent contract and a comprehensive sick pay scheme.

• Work within a longstanding, well-established manufacturing business.
   

How to Apply

If you have the skills we are looking for and want to join a leading precision tooling manufacturer, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and I'll be in touch to discuss things further.