Job Description

Clayton Engineering Limited is a specialist engineering company based in Knighton, Powys. The company is owned by the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) for whom it manufactures lifeboat launch and recovery equipment.

The company is looking to recruit an experienced machinist/toolmaker to join our machine shop team and support in the manufacture of a range of high quality complex mechanical equipment including lifeboat carriages and lifeboat launch and recovery tractors.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in setting up and operating CNC & Manual Mills, CNC & Manual Lathes, Pillar Drills & Saws. Experience with the operation of large horizontal boring machines is also desirable. The ability to work to engineering drawings and standardised work instructions, safely and efficiently is essential. A machining test will be required as part of our assessment process.

Working Hours are: 8:00-17:00 Mon-Thu & 8:00-16:00 Fri (39 Hours per week)

Key Responsibilities

Manufacture, modify or repair high quality complex components to technical drawings, samples or instructions. Assist the engineering team with design for manufacture (DFM) and development of new parts and processes. Progress the work/job on a routine basis, from initial inspection to final inspection in-line with requirements. Identify materials and tools as required for the job, ensuring continuity of the work. Inspect parts visually or using appropriate measuring tools. Support the Machine shop foreman to ensure estimated times and deadlines are met - this may involve overtime. Support the Machine shop foreman to ensure that any daily/weekly equipment checks are carried out when required and reported and documented accordingly. Maintain good housekeeping and standards in the workplace at all times. Maintain good communication at all times with your line management and colleagues.

Qualifications required

City & Guilds / NVQ or equivalent in Machining - Essential Fork Lift Truck Licence - Desirable

Experience required

Previous experience in a toolmaker or machinist role, preferably completed by a recognised apprenticeship. Demonstrable experience of manufacturing, modifying or repairing complex high-quality components to technical drawings. Similar role(s) held previously.

Attributes

Health & Safety aware. Firm understanding of engineering drawings, processes and materials. Basic I.T skills, good communicator, numeracy skills. Smart appearance, punctual. Attention to detail, Methodical approach to engineering. Would suit experienced individual, reduced working hours to suit individual circumstances negotiable.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Contract length: 6 months

Expected hours: 39 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Enhanced paternity leave Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday No weekends Overtime
Work Location: In person