Permanent
Manual Lathe Setter Operator
Rubicon Recruitment
Poole
Posted: 06 May 2026 (3 days ago)
Closing date: 05 June 2026
Ref: 225070542
Manual Lathe Setter Operator | Poole, Dorset | £TBCAre you a Manual Lathe Setter Operator who takes pride in precision, consistency and working to exacting standards?
This is a role for someone who enjoys structured machining work, clear drawings and producing components that meet tight tolerances every time.
If you value quality, process and accountability, this Manual Lathe Setter Operator opportunity offers long-term stability within regulated Industries.As a Manual Lathe Setter Operator, you will benefit from:
- A structured production environment with clear processes and expectations
- Autonomy and ownership of your own set-ups and quality checks
- The opportunity to work to detailed engineering drawings and specifications
- A role where precision, consistency and attention to detail are genuinely valued
- Long-term career stability within established Industries
- Support from Production Engineers to maximise productivity
- Setting and operating manual lathes to produce components to drawing tolerances
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and tool sheets
- Selecting appropriate tooling and work-holding devices
- Carrying out first-off inspections and completing quality documentation
- Maintaining production targets while working to controlled standards
- Following company procedures, Lean principles and SHEF requirements
- Proven experience setting and running manual lathes
- A methodical and logical approach to machining and problem-solving
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
- The ability to work calmly under pressure and meet deadlines
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Apprenticeship trained background would be advantageous
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