Average Manual Machinist salary in the UK

Manual Machinist £35,000 - £45,000 + Training + Overtime + Days Only + Monday to FridayStevenageAre you a Manual Machinist from a precision engineering background looking to step into injection mould tooling with full training provided? Are you looking for a stable, days-based role in a close-knit business where quality matters more than volume and you can genuinely develop your skillset over time?This well-established toolmaking and injection moulding company has been operating for over 50 years and supplies a wide range of industries across the UK. With a turnover of approximately £2m and a team of 16 highly skilled engineers, the business is now expanding and looking to add to their toolroom team.The company offers a modern, well-equipped workshop and will train on all aspects of injection mould tooling and CNC machinery. This role is ideally suited to someone with strong manual machining fundamentals who wants to progress into a specialist toolmaking environment.This role will see the successful candidate working on the manufacture, modification, and repair of injection mould tools using predominantly manual machinery. Product-specific and process training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity to upskill without needing prior injection mould experience.If you are a Manual Machinist or similar looking for long-term stability, progression, and a strong work/life balance, apply today.The Role: Manual milling, turning, grinding, and fitting of precision componentsManufacture, modification, and repair of injection mould toolsWorking to tight tolerances in a high-precision environmentUsing hand tools such as files, grinders, and fitting toolsOpportunity to train on CNC machining, spark erosion, and wire erosion The Person: Manual Machinist from a precision engineering backgroundConfident using mills, lathes, and grindersLooking to develop into injection mould tooling Reference:Keywords: Manual Machinist, Toolroom, Injection Moulding, Toolmaker, Precision Engineering, Milling, Turning, Grinding, Stevenage, Luton, WatfordIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

Recruit4staff are representing a well-established precision engineering company in their search for a Manual Machinist to work in BirkenheadJob Role: Operating within a precision engineering environment, the Manual Machinist will be responsible for setting and operating manual milling machines, tool changing, and interpreting engineering drawings. The role involves working with machines such as Bridgeport, Colchester Mastiff, Binns & Berry, Tiger, and KRV2000 to produce bespoke and small-batch orders to tight tolerances.Job Details: Pay: Up to £40,000 per annumHours of Work: Monday - Thursday 8am - 4:30pm, Friday 8am - 1pmDuration: PermanentBenefits: 25 days holidays + bank holidays, Company pension, Free parking, Christmas shutdown Essential Skills & Experience: Setting & operating a manual milling machineWorking from drawings and working to tight tolerances Desired Skills & Experience: Experienced using manual lathe turnersExperienced tool makerExperienced setting & operating CNC machine centres (Milling/Turning) Essential Qualifications: City & Guilds/NVQ or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering Commutable From: Birkenhead, Bromborough, Chester, Ellesmere Port, Deeside, Wrexham, Liverpool, RuncornSimilar Job Titles: Manual Machinist, Manual Miller, Precision Engineer, Toolmaker, Tool Maker, Mechanical Engineer, CNC MachinistFor further information about this role, please apply now.This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Recruit4staff, who are operating as a recruitment agency.CNCC1

Manual Machinist Salary: £18 per hourLocation: Aldershot, HampshireShift Pattern: Monday to Friday, Day Shift (e.g. 07:30–16:00 with early finish Friday)A well-established precision engineering company based in Aldershot is seeking a skilled Manual Machinist / Toolroom Engineer with strong grinding experience. This is a superb opportunity to join a long-standing, stable business producing complex, low-volume components for high-spec industries including aerospace, defence and motorsport.As a recruitment partner to this business, we’re helping them identify a capable, hands-on machinist with a strong grounding in surface, cylindrical or bore grinding.What’s on Offer: Monday to Friday day shiftEarly Friday finish1.3x overtime pay (Monday–Friday)1.5x overtime pay (Saturday–Sunday)Secure, permanent role within a stable companyVaried work on low-volume, high-precision components Manual Machinist Responsibilities: Operate manual grinding machinery including: Surface grindersCylindrical grindersBore/internal grinders Produce one-off and small batch precision components to tight tolerancesWork from engineering drawings and job cardsUse measuring tools (micrometers, gauges etc.) to inspect and ensure accuracyOperate additional manual machines such as lathes and mills as requiredCollaborate with engineering and production teams to meet customer specs and deadlines Manual Machinist Requirements: Proven experience in manual machining and precision grindingStrong skills in surface, cylindrical and internal grindingComfortable working to fine tolerances from technical drawingsSelf-sufficient, accurate and methodical approach to workApprentice-trained or qualified by experience in an engineering environment Click apply to speak to one of our consultants today.Syntech Recruitment Limited: We act as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for temporary placements. For full details, including our T&C’s and Privacy Policy, visit our website: www.syntechrecruitment.co.uk.INDO