Machine Operator
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 8, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 6, 2026.
Job title: Machine Operator - High Precision Components
Job Type: PERMANENT
Start date: ASAP
Salary: £40-45,000 per annum
Location: Teddington
Working Arrangements: Site-based
Hours: Full-time
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Machine Operator/Machinist to join a specialist engineering business in Teddington, manufacturing low-volume, high-precision components.
You will be responsible for the end-to-end manufacturing process, from setting and operating milling and grinding machinery through to inspection, quality control and final delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Set and operate milling and grinding machinery.
- Manufacture low-volume, high-precision components to tight tolerances.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
- Select tooling and machining processes.
- Carry out dimensional inspection using precision measuring equipment.
- Identify and resolve machining and quality issues.
- Take ownership of components from setup through to final delivery.
- Support process improvement and maintain high quality standards.
Skills and Experience
The successful candidate must have:
- Hands-on experience setting and operating milling and/or grinding machinery.
- Experience manufacturing high-precision components.
- Ability to work from engineering drawings and tight tolerances.
- Experience with inspection and precision measuring equipment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to manage work independently from setup through to completion.
Experience in CNC machining, low-volume/bespoke manufacturing or a specialist engineering environment would be advantageous.
Why Join?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist engineering environment where precision, quality and technical expertise are highly valued.
You will work on varied, low-volume components and have genuine ownership of the process from initial setup through to final delivery.
Ready to Apply?
If you are an experienced Machine Operator or Machinist with milling, grinding and high-precision manufacturing experience, we want to hear from you.
Interested in this position? Please click "Apply Now".
Company Information
This PERMANENT vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd.
Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a wide range of clients, from major global organisations to innovative SMEs and start-ups. Rullion is committed to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities for all employees and applicants.
Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.