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Jig Borer

Company:The Best Connection Group Limited
Salary:£16 to £18 an hour
Hours:Full-time
Location:Canterbury, CT4 7JZ
Working pattern:On-site
Job type:Permanent
Posting date:20 Oct 2026
Closing date:19 Nov 2026
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Summary

About the Company

We are recruiting for a well-established engineering company providing a

fully comprehensive subcontract machining and assembly service, including

retooling and re-engineering solutions for customers across a wide range of industries. Known for our precision, quality, and problem-solving approach, we support both one-off and small-to-medium batch work to exacting standards.

The Role

We are currently seeking an experienced

Jig Borer to join our clients skilled machining team. This is a key role within the business, responsible for producing high-precision components to tight tolerances, supporting both new and legacy tooling, and contributing to re-engineering and improvement projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Set, operate, and maintain jig boring machines to produce precision components
  • Work from detailed engineering drawings and specifications
  • Manufacture tooling, fixtures, jigs, and precision parts to tight tolerances
  • Support retooling and re-engineering projects
  • Carry out self-inspection using precision measuring equipment
  • Maintain high standards of quality, accuracy, and housekeeping
  • Collaborate with other machinists and engineers to meet customer requirements

Requirements

  • Proven experience operating jig borers (manual and/or CNC, depending on your setup)
  • Strong understanding of precision machining and tolerances
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
  • Competent with measuring equipment (micrometers, bore gauges, DTI, etc.)
  • A methodical approach with strong attention to detail
  • Time-served apprenticeship or equivalent experience preferred

What's On Offer

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Secure, permanent position within a stable and growing business
  • Varied and interesting work across multiple industries
  • Opportunity to be involved in re-engineering and problem-solving projects
  • Supportive team environment with a strong focus on quality

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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