TeamJobs are currently recruiting for Skilled or Indentured Skilled Manual Turners to join our client at their Yeovil site. This is an exciting opportunity to work on precision aerospace equipment in a safety-critical environment, as part of an empowered and supportive team.
Working within a team environment and reporting directly to the Team Lead, you will be responsible for the manual turning of aerospace components in line with Manufacturing Instructions, Specifications, and Customer/Regulatory requirements.
About the Role
As a Manual Turner, you will manufacture aerospace components from start to finish using centre lathes, ensuring all work meets strict quality, safety, and delivery standards.
This is a hands-on, highly skilled role where precision, attention to detail, and a strong understanding of aerospace standards are essential.
Pay Rate: £22.41 p/h/ £22.84 after 12 weeks
Location: Yeovil, Somerset
Working hours:
Week 1 - Monday to Thursday (07:00 to 15:30) & Friday (07:00 to 13:00)
Week 2 - Monday to Thursday (15:30 to 00:00)
Key Responsibilities
Setting and operating 2-axis centre lathes to produce bespoke aerospace components
Manufacturing parts from start to finish to aerospace specifications
Interpreting engineering drawings and following process documentation
Carrying out Operator Control of Quality (OCQ), including stamping to confirm assemblies meet company and customer standards
Ensuring on-time delivery by completing work to the required quality and schedule
Working effectively within a lean manufacturing environment
Collaborating with Designers, Engineers, and team members to achieve production goals
Maintaining high Health & Safety standards at all times
Qualifications & Experience
Engineering Apprenticeship (desirable but not essential)
Proven machining experience, specifically Manual Turning (or similar machining background)
Skilled in the use of hand measuring equipment including:
Verniers
Micrometers
Thread gauges
Plug gauges
Strong understanding of Health & Safety practices
Experience working within company processes and procedures
Background in a customer-focused, target-driven environment
Skills & Attributes
Understanding of aerospace practices and the importance of safety-critical work
PC literate (training on company systems provided)
Strong teamwork skills with the ability to use initiative
Flexible and proactive approach
Commitment to Continuous Improvement
Ability to work in a structured, quality-driven environment
Please note that a drug screening is required as part of the pre-employment process.
Due to security requirements on this site all worker's nationality needs to be UK, EU or NATO.
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