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Job Title: Manual Machinist
Location: Tewkesbury
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Competitive
Role Overview – Manual Machinist
Our leading aerospace and motorsport client in Tewkesbury is looking for a Manual Machinist to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced machinist seeking a role with a focus on career growth, continuous learning, and recognition of achievements in a collaborative, supportive environment.
As a Skilled Machinist, you'll be working on a rotating 2-week AM/PM shift schedule, handling both manual and CNC machining processes.
Key Responsibilities – Manual Machinist
- Machining Operations: Set up, operate, and maintain various machines, including mills, lathes, grinders, EDMs, and honing machines.
- Process Setup: Prepare and carry out setups for product processing through machining.
- Design Input: Contribute to the design of fixtures, programs, and tools for machining.
- Training: Mentor operators on machine operation and inspection standards.
- Quality Assurance: Perform self-inspections and quality audits to uphold standards.
- Lean Principles: Apply lean manufacturing principles to improve processes.
- Maintenance: Conduct basic preventative maintenance on machinery.
Key Experience & Qualifications – Manual Machinist
- A recognized apprenticeship in machining or a related field.
- Experience in a tool room or engineering/manufacturing setting.
- Ability to work independently and in a team, with a proactive approach to quality and continuous improvement.
- Flexibility with shift patterns and familiarity with lean manufacturing tools (e.g., 5S).
Benefits – Manual Machinist
Our client is committed to employee growth and well-being, offering:
- Comprehensive Benefits: Shift Allowance, Flexible benefits package, 33 days of annual leave (incl. bank holidays), private medical insurance, and mental health support.
- Financial Security: Life assurance, employee share options, and a company pension contribution starting at 6%.
- Additional Perks: Free parking, electric car charging stations, onsite gym access, and expert financial advice.
Omega Resource Group is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Oil & Gas, Construction and Manufacturing sectors.
Candidates who are currently a CNC Machinist, Workshop Technician, Manual Machinist, Conventional Machinist, Centre Lathe Turner or Apprentice Engineer may be suitable for this position.
For more information about this role, please contact Ben Dawson on or send a copy of your CV to .
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Omega is an employment business specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.
