Centre Lathe Operation
CV-LibraryCoventry, West Midlands (County)permanentPosted: 7 October 2026
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Location: Coventry
Pay Rate: £15.00 per hour
Hours: 39 hours per week (Day Shift)
Shift Pattern: Monday to Thursday 07:30 – 16:30, Friday 07:30 – 12:30
An established Coventry-based engineering company is seeking a moderately skilled Centre Lathe Operator / Assembler to join our production team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with foundational machining experience looking to develop their skills with further training.Key Responsibilities
* Operating manual centre lathes to produce engineering components.
* Assembling mechanical parts and components according to specifications.
* Reading and interpreting technical engineering drawings.
* Conducting quality checks on your own work to ensure accuracy.
Requirements
* Minimum of 2 years of proven experience operating a centre lathe.
* Ability to read and understand technical drawings.
* Proficient in using micrometers and vernier calipers for measurement.
* Strong work ethic and willingness to learn assembly processes.
What We Offer
* Competitive hourly rate of £15.00.
* Early finish every Friday at 12:30.
* On-the-job training to expand your engineering skills.
* Stable day shift hours in a supportive workshop environment
Location: Coventry
Pay Rate: £15.00 per hour
Hours: 39 hours per week (Day Shift)
Shift Pattern: Monday to Thursday 07:30 – 16:30, Friday 07:30 – 12:30
An established Coventry-based engineering company is seeking a moderately skilled Centre Lathe Operator / Assembler to join our production team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with foundational machining experience looking to develop their skills with further training.Key Responsibilities
* Operating manual centre lathes to produce engineering components.
* Assembling mechanical parts and components according to specifications.
* Reading and interpreting technical engineering drawings.
* Conducting quality checks on your own work to ensure accuracy.
Requirements
* Minimum of 2 years of proven experience operating a centre lathe.
* Ability to read and understand technical drawings.
* Proficient in using micrometers and vernier calipers for measurement.
* Strong work ethic and willingness to learn assembly processes.
What We Offer
* Competitive hourly rate of £15.00.
* Early finish every Friday at 12:30.
* On-the-job training to expand your engineering skills.
* Stable day shift hours in a supportive workshop environment