Manual Machinist

Manual Machinist (Late Shift) – Aerospace Fareham Hours: Monday–Thursday, 2pm–12am (38 hours/week, 4 days) Salary: Up to £38,000 Join a small, friendly aerospace engineering team producing a wide variety of metallic components (mainly stainless steel) for high-precision, compliance-driven environments. This is a newly created late shift within a busy manual machining department. Key Responsibilities: * Manual machining (lathes, mills, polishing machines) of aerospace components and tooling * Set up, operate and maintain manual lathes and milling machines independently * Read and interpret engineering drawings and follow work instructions * Maintain accurate production and traceability records * Follow strict documentation processes (root cards, batch tracking, etc.) * Contribute to a positive team culture in a small, close-knit environment About You: * Completed an engineering apprenticeship or equivalent, ideally in toolmaking/manual machining * Proven experience in manual lathes and milling machining, (Colchester / Harrison lathes) * Hands-on toolmaking experience within a toolroom environment * Experience in aerospace, high-precision or compliance-led sectors is an advantage * Comfortable with late shift work and able to commute reliably (driving license required) * Able to read technical drawings and use measuring equipment * Basic problem solving and self-sufficiency * Friendly, reliable, enthusiastic and people-focused * Eligible to work in the UK, BPSS security and ITAR checks apply Additional Details: * Company offers 25% shift allowance, pension, health cover, holidays, onsite Gym, free parking, Social club & discount schemes. * They are commutable from Southampton, Portsmouth, Gosport, Winchester, Eastleigh etc but can offer relocation support if required