Manual Turner

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Manual Turner 

Air Bearings Limited (ABL) are a world leading innovative manufacturer of air bearing solutions, used across the engineering spectrum; used across the engineering spectrum; whilst we are based in Dorset, we provide real world solutions globally.

We are currently recruiting for a Manual Turner to join us at a busy and exciting time; This is a permanent, full-time position, working within a friendly and supportive team.

What ABL will offer you?

• 4 Day Week (Monday to Thursday, 38 hours per week) – No weekends!
• Overtime Available (paid at time & half)
• Competitive Pension Scheme (6% company contribution)
• 190 hours annual leave plus bank/public holidays 
• Long Service Rewards
• Life Assurance Scheme (2 x annual salary)
• Employee Assistance Programme which includes legal, financial and medical helplines, online physio and general wellbeing support)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free Parking
• Company Sick Pay Scheme (following successful probation period)
• BUPA cash plan membership (following successful probation period)
• Training opportunities 
• Fantastic internal career development and progression opportunities
• A friendly and supportive environment to work in

What will the role involve?

• To safely operate manual lathes, enabling the manufacture of our precision components.
• Working from standard operating procedures, drawings and process control documents in accordance with production schedules
• Ensure the timely and accurate production of parts to pre-determined deadlines.
• Self-inspect your components using state of the art inspection equipment (CMM, Opticline, Legex, Hommel, MAHR) to determine if they meet quality/customer specifications and taking action to correct any defects.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping within department – ensuring a safe working environment
• To ensure that all work carried out complies with health and safety requirements as laid down by the company and by external bodies.
• To take an active role in company initiatives such as continuous improvement, quality initiatives or new manufacturing systems and processes as they are introduced.
• Work together with colleagues in a considerate and respectful manner.
• The post holder will also be expected to carry out any other duties which may reasonably be within the competence of the post holder.

What tolerance will I work towards?

You will work to the tolerance of up to 1 micron – so if you have an interest in skilled precision engineering – this is the role for you!

What will you require?

• Experience of setting manual lathes and working in a similar role is essential
• A keen eye for detail and precision is vital as you will be working to tight tolerances 
• Experience using measuring equipment would be an advantage
• Experience working from engineering drawings and work order/process control documents is required
• You may be expected to travel to our site in Ferndown on a regular basis
• Time-Served is desirable
• Be a self-motivated team player
• Ability to operate with the minimum of supervision once full induction is completed
• Excellent time management skills and able to prioritise your workload
• Ability to communicate effectively and clearly with employees at all levels
• Basic IT and number literacy required 
• Right to Work in the UK

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If you are interested in any of our positions, or require further information, please apply via email to our HR team  HR@airbearings.co.uk

Air Bearings Ltd
Unit A Nimrod Way
East Dorset Trade Park
Ferndown, Dorset BH21 7HZ

+44 (0)1202 680 805

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