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Precision Machinist
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Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S5, England, UK
Listed on 2026-01-20
Listing for:
Adept Resourcing
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-20
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Machine Operator, Manufacturing Production
Job Description & How to Apply Below
£36,097 basic + 15% shift premium (£5,414) OTE £41,500
15-shift rotating pattern Precision Machining Facility
This is a proper precision machining role.
You'll be setting and running deep hole borers and large CNC machines, working to tight tolerances on difficult to machine alloys. It's skilled, hands-on work in a safety-critical environment, and it's for people who take pride in doing the job right.
What You'll Be Doing
Setting and operating CNC deep hole borers
Operating CNC lathes machining components from 1 metre up to 10 metres in length
Operating a 3 point horizontal straightening press and ancillary equipment
Carrying out in-process inspection to ensure dimensional accuracy
Managing swarf removal and maintaining machine cleanliness
Moving materials safely using overhead cranes and pedestrian pallet lifters
Completing operator level machine maintenance (pre-start checks, lubrication, clean-downs)
Maintaining high housekeeping and 5S standards
Supporting toolroom activities and training other team members
Taking part in team meetings and completing effective shift handovers
What We're Looking For
Experience with in precision machining
Hands on experience with deep hole boring and large capacity CNC machines
Experience machining difficult or specialist alloys
Confident working to tight tolerances and inspecting your own work
Comfortable with CNC controls and disciplined machining practices
A positive, practical attitude to safety, quality, and standards
Formal qualifications (NVQ, HNC, HND, ONC, C&G, apprenticeship) are desirable, but experience and capability matter most.
The Right Person
Takes ownership and accountability for their work
Works well as part of a team and shares knowledge
Applies procedures and standards consistently
Uses data and feedback to improve how work is done
Takes pride in the workplace
Reliable, disciplined, with excellent timekeeping and attendance
Pay & Shift Pattern
£36,097 basic salary
15% shift premium (£5,414 per annum)
Total earnings circa £41,500
15-shift rotating pattern (days and nights)
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