Machinist
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Position Overview & Specifications
Wyman-Gordon is a world leading manufacturer of Nickel, Titanium and Steel alloy forgings for the aerospace and energy sectors. Part of the major American corporation, PCC, we are a global manufacturer of complex metal components and products.
Due to increase in demand, we are currently recruiting for the role of Machinist within our Machine Shop. This job will commence on a 2 shift basis, although will progress to 3 shift working after appropriate training.
The role of the machinist is responsible for obtaining job assignments and ensuring the necessary tooling and drawings are in place. You will be required to interpret drawings and process sheets to determine machining and set-up required. You will measure and mark areas to be machined, set up machines and inspect your own and others work as required to ensure the achievement and improvement of quality standards. You will also be required to complete all required documentation accurately and on time.
Our machinists undertake first line maintenance checks on plant and equipment, use precision measuring instruments to set-up and machine work to required tolerances and ensure customer specifications are achieved e.g. check dimensions against process sheets or drawings. You will also be required to be flexible and carry out other duties as required.
Candidates should be time served Machinists, with ideally, at least 2-3 years’ experience in setting and operating machine shop equipment manual and CNC. You should have a strong knowledge of reading and interpreting computer blueprints, sketches and process sheets. as well as using a variety of precision measuring instruments. You should also have the capability of managing your own workload, a high degree of numerical capability as well as a Safety and Quality first working attitude.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £28,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Quarterly bonus
- Safety bonus
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Machinist roles across Wyman Gordon Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £28,000 - £30,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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