Centre Lathe Turner

📍 Sheffield
💰 Up to £40,000 + Benefits

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Centre Lathe Turner to join a well-established engineering business based in Sheffield. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled machinist with experience in conventional (non-CNC) machining.

The Role

You will be responsible for manufacturing carbon and stainless-steel flanges using conventional lathes, working to engineering drawings and ensuring high standards of quality and accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

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Face, edge, and bore profiled carbon steel blanks

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Set and operate conventional centre lathes independently

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Select and set appropriate feeds and speeds for each job

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Work to tolerances of up to ±1mm

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Maintain high levels of quality and efficiency with minimal supervision

Additional Responsibilities - Radial Drill Operation

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Set and operate radial drills (3' to 10' capacity)

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Accurately set Pitch Circle Diameters (PCD) using a rotary table

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Independently select feeds and speeds for drilling operations

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Ensure precision and consistency across all work

About You

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Proven experience operating conventional centre lathes (essential)

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Experience with radial drilling machines

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Ability to work independently and manage your own workload

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Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

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Able to read and work from engineering drawings

What's on Offer

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Salary up to £40,000 (depending on experience)

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Stable, full-time position

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Opportunity to join a skilled and supportive engineering team

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Ongoing work with a reputable company