via Reed · 23 September 2026 ·5 days ago

Machine Operator (Manual Vertical Borer)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Ashton-Under-Lyne Full-time GBP 40,000 – 40,000
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Machine Operator (Manual Vertical Borer)

Ashton-Under-Lyne

£40,000 (OTE £60,000) + Training + Company Benefits + 33 days holiday + £500 End of year bonus

Are you a time served Manual Vertical Borer or similar from a heavy engineering background seeking a laid back role with an abundance of overtime?

Do you want full autonomy over your day, within a family feel company who will invest heavily into your workplace satisfaction?

Do you want a hands on role with secure days only shift patterns with Fridays afternoon free, where you actually set and operate your own machine?

On offer is a role with unlimited overtime, a solid 33 days holiday with a 3% pension and £250 bonus paid twice a year, where you will finish 4:30pm all week and a 1:00pm knock off on Friday.

In this role, you will be working on horizontal and vertical CNC machines. There will be a variety of workload, as you will be manufacturing and supporting a variety or services into the Heavy Engineering industry. There is a a generous amount of overtime available, allowing you to further boost your earnings.

This role would suit a Machinist from a BORER background, who is competent using Fanuc controls, looking to join a role with an abundance of overtime, and training where needed.

This role:

  • Monday - Thursday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm - Friday early 1:00 pm finish

  • Based in Ashton - under - Lyne

  • Setting and Operating Vertical Borer Machine's

  • 15+ hours a week in overtime (Optional)

The person:
  • Proven experience as a CNC Borer

  • Fully capable with Fanuc

  • Offline programming experience is a must

  • Commutable to Ashton - under - Lyne

Keywords: Fanuc, CNC, Machining, Overtime, Borer, Horizontal, Vertical, Training

Reference:BBBH27054

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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