Manual Lathe Operator

Job Summary

Advertiser Salary / Rate Posted
Connect Appointments Neg
16th March 2026
Location Start Date
West Lothian
Type Job Sector
contract Engineering & Aerospace

Connect Appointments is recruiting a skilled Manual Lathe Operator for a short-term position with our client based in Livingston. What's on offer? Short-term temporary position Monday to Friday, 7am to 4pm with an early Friday finish Competitive pay rate dependent on experience Working as a Manual Lathe Operator, your day-to-day responsibilities will include: Operating manual engine lathes to carry out turning, facing, threading and boring work Interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints and job specifications accurately Using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers and dial indicators to verify finished components Selecting the correct cutting tools and machining parameters to suit different materials Carrying out routine maintenance on machinery and maintaining a clean, safe working environment Supporting CNC milling operations as required To be successful in this Manual Lathe Operator position, you will have: At least 4 years of hands-on experience with manual…

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