Manual Turner
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Position Overview & Specifications
Time Served Toolmaker/Manual Turner - (CNC Turning training for the right person)
Salary £16.00 - £18.00 per hour plus overtime & benefits
Cheltenham
The Company
An established sub contract tooling manufacturer based in the Cheltenham area are looking for a time served Toolmaker/Manual Turner to join their friendly team. The company supply everything from individual components to complete tooling packages to suit the customers individual requirements.
Duties of a Toolmaker/Manual Turner
- Setting and Operating Manual lathes in order to produce components.
- Inspecting own work to ensure quality is met (Vernier, calliper, depth gauge, micrometre).
- Maintaining ISO9001 Quality standards.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Requirements of a Toolmaker/Manual Turner
- The ideal candidate will have previous experience working as a Toolmaker/Manual Turner for a minimum of 5 years *
- Previous experience Setting and Operating Manual lathes in order to produce components
- Experience working to tight quality standards
- Duties would include facing to length, top turning, internal boring and finish turning.
- Materials are stainless steel, Inconel, Titanium and carbon steels.
Working Hours of a Toolmaker/Manual Turner
- Monday - Thursday - 8:00am - 4:30pm
- Fridays - Early Finish
- 37 Hours
Salary of a Toolmaker/Manual Turner
- £16.00 - £18.00 per hour, dependent on skill level and previous experience
- 28 days holiday including bank holidays
- Pension
- Overtime available during busy periods
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £16.00-£18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
Experience:
- Manual Turning: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Machinery Manufacturing
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Manual Turner roles across CNC Precision's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Machinery Manufacturing.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £16 - £18 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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