Manual Machinist - Days & Nights

Elevation Recruitment are partnering with a well‑established Sheffield engineering manufacturer to appoint a skilled Manual Machinist. Working within a busy machine shop, you will play a key role in producing precision‑engineered components to exacting customer and industry standards.

Shift Pattern: Days and Nights Rotation

Salary: Competitive

Location: Sheffield

Responsibilities

• Manufacture precision components using manual lathes, ensuring all work meets internal quality procedures.
• Work from detailed engineering drawings to produce parts accurately and within planned production times.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, supporting strong housekeeping and safety practices.
• Interpret technical specifications to deliver components that meet customer expectations and dimensional requirements.
• Machine specialist and high‑grade materials, including alloys such as Inconel 718.

Requirements

Core Competencies

• Hands‑on experience operating manual lathes in a production or engineering environment.
• Understanding of tooling selection and application, including feeds, speeds and machine capability to achieve efficient cycle times.
• Ability to machine to tight tolerances and work confidently with a range of materials, including high‑performance alloys.
• Excellent attention to detail with a focus on producing high‑quality work.
• Clear communication skills within a workshop environment.
• Adaptability when responding to changing workloads or priorities.
• Strong problem‑solving ability when dealing with machining challenges.

If this role if of interest, please click apply or contact Amy for more information