Ready to take pride in precision engineering at the highest level? This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled engineer who thrives on working to tight tolerances and wants to be part of a company that truly values craftsmanship, innovation, and collaboration. Join an advanced engineering organisation at the forefront of its field, where your expertise will directly contribute to the development of ground-breaking technologies used by the global scientific community. You’ll be working in an environment where quality is paramount, ideas are shared, and continuous improvement is encouraged. The Role As a Manual Turner, you will be a vital part of the manufacturing team, responsible for producing high-quality, precision-engineered components. Your work will have a direct impact on the performance and reliability of highly specialised products. Your responsibilities will include: Setting up and operating manual turning machines to produce components in line with detailed engineering drawings and specifications Monitoring machine performance and making precise adjustments to ensure consistent accuracy and adherence to tight tolerances Inspecting finished components using appropriate measuring equipment to ensure they meet exact quality standards Working closely with engineering and production teams to identify opportunities to optimise manufacturing processes and improve efficiency Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment, fully adhering to company health and safety protocols The Candidate Experience: A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Manual Turner within a precision engineering environment Experience with manual milling would be advantageous but is not essential Demonstrated success in producing complex components to high levels of precision and quality Skills: Strong, hands-on knowledge of manual turning techniques and machinery operation Good understanding of a range of materials, cutting tools, and machining processes Competence in using precision measuring instruments to verify accuracy and quality Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve machining challenges High attention to detail and a genuine commitment to delivering exceptional workmanship Location & Working Hours Based at a brand-new, purpose-built manufacturing facility in East Sussex, the company is entering an exciting new phase of growth and development—making this a great time to join and make an impact. 37-hour working week Flexible working hours available Early finish at 12 noon every Friday, supporting a great work-life balance Interview Process Recruitment South East will manage the initial screening and interview stages. Successful candidates will then be invited to attend a formal interview with the company