Manual Machinist

  • Adept Resourcing
  • City, Sheffield
  • Oct 07, 2025
Full time Engineering

Job Description

About the Role

Adept Resourcing is proud to be recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading engineering and manufacturing business supplying high-integrity cast components to the Aerospace and Power Generation industries.

We are seeking a skilled Machinist to join the team, ideally with Vertical Boring or similar precision machining experience. You'll work on centrifugally spun stainless alloy castings, producing high-quality machined components to tight tolerances and detailed technical drawings.



Key Responsibilities

  • Set, clock/indicate and true-up large castings on manual machines (vertical borer, centre lathe, manual mill)

  • Ensure all work meets required dimensional and surface finish tolerances.

  • Conduct first-off and in-process dimensional inspection of machined components.

  • Mark and identify alloys accurately and maintain traceability.

  • Meet production targets and timeframes while maintaining quality and safety standards.

  • Work effectively as part of a small, skilled team with minimal supervision.

  • Follow all company health, safety, and environmental policies and maintain a clean working area.



Essential Skills & Experience

  • Minimum 3 years' experience in a precision machining or manufacturing environment.

  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

  • Confident working to tight deadlines and production schedules.

  • Capable of working independently and collaboratively within a team.

  • Flexible approach to overtime and shift work.

  • Good understanding of Health & Safety and Quality procedures.

  • Clear and effective communication skills.



Desirable:

  • Experience operating Vertical Boring machines or large-capacity lathes.

  • Knowledge of machining stainless steel or nickel-based alloys.



Company Benefits

  • Competitive company pension

  • Life insurance

  • Sick pay and company discount card

  • Free on-site parking

  • Regular weekday and weekend overtime opportunities

  • Cycle-to-work scheme

  • Referral programme

  • Genuine career progression opportunities

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