Manual Turner

Manual Turner
If you’re a skilled Manual Turner who enjoys proper hands-on machining and working to tight tolerances, this is a great opportunity to join a busy, well-structured production team in Christchurch.

The role
As a Manual Turner, you’ll be setting and operating manual lathes to produce high-quality parts to specification. You’ll manage your own setups, ensure accuracy, and keep production records up to date. It’s a role suited to someone reliable, detail-focused, and confident working independently on the shop floor.

Day-to-day responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering drawings
• Set up manual lathes with correct tooling and fixtures
• Machine components to required tolerances
• Inspect finished parts using micrometers, calipers, gauges and CMMs
• Identify and report defects or non-conformities
• Log completed jobs, machine hours and tool wear
• Carry out basic machine maintenance (cleaning, lubrication)
• Troubleshoot machining or tooling issues
• Work closely with engineers and production management
• Follow all health & safety and quality procedures

What they’re looking for

• Proven experience as a Manual Turner
• Strong ability to read and work from technical drawings
• Confident setting and operating manual lathes independently
• Experience using precision measuring equipment
• Good understanding of tolerances and quality standards
• Reliable and consistent approach to work

 
What’s on offer

• £16.00 – £18.00 per hour
• 39-hour working week
• Location: Christchurch
• Stable, established engineering environment
• Clear processes and consistent workflow

If you’re an experienced Manual Turner looking for a stable role where you can focus on quality machining, apply now or get in touch for more detail. Call Rio at Holt Engineering on 07483025038.