Drill operative

Cspolymer; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A Nottingham-based manufacturing company is seeking a drill operative to join their team permanently. The role involves operating pillar drill machines to prepare sheet metal components, ensuring quality and accuracy. Candidates should have experience with similar machinery and should be detail-oriented. The job offers a competitive pay rate, overtime opportunities, and a stable, supportive working environment. Contact Dan for more details.

Benefits

Competitive rate of pay

Overtime available

Permanent contract

Potential for progression

Friendly working environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating a pillar drill or similar machinery preferred.
• Experience working with sheet metal or in a fabrication environment.
• Ability to read basic engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Operating pillar drill machines safely and efficiently.
• Drilling and countersinking holes in sheet metal components.
• Reading and following engineering drawings and job instructions.

Skills

Operating pillar drill machines

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Job description

Robertson Recruitment are working with a manufacturing company based in Nottingham as they look for a drill operative to join the team on a permanent basis. You will be responsible for operating pillar drill machines to drill, countersink, and prepare sheet metal components to specification, ensuring accuracy and quality at all times.

Working hours

Monday to Friday 08:00am - 16:00pm

Overtime available.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating pillar drill machines safely and efficiently
• Drilling and countersinking holes in sheet metal components
• Reading and following engineering drawings and job instructions
• Measuring and inspecting parts using basic hand tools
• Deburring and finishing components as required

Requirements

• Previous experience operating a pillar drill or similar machinery (preferred)
• Experience working with sheet metal or in a fabrication environment
• Ability to read basic engineering drawings
• Good attention to detail and manual dexterity

Benefits

• Competitive rate of pay, dependent on experience
• Overtime available
• Permanent contract
• Stable, long-term role with potential for progression
• Friendly and supportive working environment

If you are interested in this role please contact Dan on 07464 733898