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Permanent

Manual Machinist

Marmon Lift Recruitment
Stoke-on-Trent
money-bag £17 - £19/hour Paid overtime and company pension
Posted: 28 September 2026 (1 week ago)
Closing date: 28 October 2026
Ref: 225658222

Manual Machinist - Manual / Conventional Machining


Manual / Conventional Machining - XYZ Lathe
Location: Stoke-on-Trent, North Staffordshire
Rate: Up to -17 per hour
Hours: Monday-Thursday 7am-5pm, with Friday, Saturday and Sunday overtime available


Marmon Lift Recruitment is working with an established manufacturing business seeking an experienced Manual / Conventional Machinist to join their machining team in Stoke-on-Trent, North Staffordshire.
This is an excellent opportunity for a practical and hands-on machinist to join an established manufacturing environment, working with manual lathes, preferably XYZ, and producing components accurately to engineering drawings and required specifications.
This role suits someone with a solid manufacturing background who is confident working independently, solving problems and maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy.



Manual Machinist Responsibilities:

  • Operate manual / conventional lathes, preferably XYZ
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings
  • Produce components accurately to required specifications and tolerances
  • Carry out quality checks and identify any issues during production
  • Measure finished components using appropriate inspection equipment
  • Diagnose and resolve machining and production problems
  • Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment
  • Work independently while contributing effectively as part of the wider manufacturing team
  • Support continuous improvement and contribute ideas for improving processes and efficiency


The Ideal Manual Machinist:

  • Previous experience in a manual / conventional machining environment - ESSENTIAL
  • Experience using a manual lathe - ESSENTIAL
  • Experience with XYZ lathes - PREFERRED
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings - ESSENTIAL
  • Solid manufacturing background - ESSENTIAL
  • Hands-on and proactive attitude with a strong team spirit - ESSENTIAL
  • Ability to work independently and under pressure - ESSENTIAL
  • Strong practical problem-solving skills - ESSENTIAL
  • Good understanding of machining processes, measurements and tolerances - ESSENTIAL


Hours & Overtime:

  • Monday-Thursday: 7am-5pm
  • Friday: Overtime available
  • Saturday: Overtime available
  • Sunday: Overtime available
  • Pay: Up to -17 per hour, depending on experience


Apply for this Manual Machinist role:



For further information or a confidential conversation about this opportunity, please contact Harry Lester at MLR Construction and Engineering, part of Marmon Lift Recruitment. Call: (phone number removed) (Option 3) Email: Web: (url removed) We''re committed to understanding what matters in your next move. We work closely with you to find the right opportunity and represent your best interests throughout the process

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