Location
portsmouth
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
June 27, 2026
Job Description
Manual Machinist - Aerospace Manufacturing
Wild Recruitment is partnering with a leading Aerospace manufacturer to recruit an experienced Manual Machinist. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing team in a precision engineering environment.
Contract: Until July 2027
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and operate manual machine tools including Jig Bores, lathes, and mills.
- Interpret and work from complex engineering drawings and specifications.
- Manufacture and rework components to tight tolerances and surface finishes.
- Perform in-process inspections using precision measuring instruments (micrometres, verniers, bore gauges, height gauges, DTI's).
- Carry out routine machine maintenance and cleaning.
- Accurately complete production and quality documentation.
- Collaborate with Quality and Manufacturing Engineering teams to ensure compliance with design intent and customer requirements. <...