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Job Title: Manufacturing Technician II (Machine Operator / Setter)
Location: Basingstoke (Houndmills Industrial Estate)
Pay Rate: GBP13.46/hr + 20 Shift Allowance (Total Rate: GBP16.15/hr GBP33,500/yr equivalent)
Shift Pattern: Mon - Fri Rotating Shifts: 06:00 - 14:00 and 14:00 - 22:00 (40 hrs/week)
Contract Duration: 6-Month Contract (Overtime Available)
About The Role
We are recruiting a Manufacturing Technician II for a leading global business based in Basingstoke. In this hands-on role, you will be setting up, operating, and maintaining cutting, forming, and machining equipment to produce high-precision workpieces.
Key Responsibilities
- Machine Setup and Operation: Set up, adjust, and operate cutting, forming, grinding, or CNC/manual machine tools.
- Tooling and Alignment: Select, install, and align drills, cutters, dies, and holding devices using hand tools and measuring instruments.
- Quality Inspection: Read technical blueprints/job orders and inspect workpieces using calipers, micrometers, and gauges to ensure strict dimensional accuracy.
- Minor Maintenance: Perform routine machine care (oiling, cleaning, coolant top-ups, changing worn tools) and make minor mechanical/electrical adjustments.
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Requirements
- 5-7 years of experience in machine setting, operating, or mechanical production environments.
- Basic ability to read blueprints and technical engineering drawings.
- Proficient with precision measuring tools (verniers, micrometers, calipers).
- Comfortable working alternating weekly shifts (06:00-14:00 / 14:00-22:00).
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Subject: Manufacturing Technician II (GBP16.15/hr incl. shift allowance) - Basingstoke
Hi (Candidate Name),
I came across your profile and thought your background in machine setting and manufacturing would be a great fit for a Manufacturing Technician II position in Basingstoke (Houndmills Industrial Estate).
Quick Details
- Pay Rate: GBP13.46/hr + 20 Shift Allowance (GBP16.15/hr total / GBP33,500/yr) + Overtime available
- Hours/Shift: Mon-Fri, 40 hrs/week (Rotating shifts: 06:00-14:00 and 14:00-22:00)
- Duration: 6-Month Contract
- Role: Setting up and operating forming/cutting machinery, reading blueprints, tool changes, and quality inspection using micrometers/calipers.
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Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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