Machine Operator


Company:	Rullion
Salary:	£40,000 to £45,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Teddington, TW11 0LW
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	6 Oct 2026
Closing date:	5 Nov 2026

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Summary

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.

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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.

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