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Hiring for Solutions Engineering

Fitter Turner Machinist

  • Posted Today
  • On Site
  • Full Time

Te Rapa, Hamilton

Job Description


Please Quote Reference Number 18740


  • Trade Qualified or Experienced Fitter Turner Machinist
  • Competitive pay rates on offer
  • Clean, modern workshop environment


Solutions Engineering Ltd is a privately owned engineering company established in 1998. Based in Te Rapa, Hamilton, we specialise in machining and fabrication for the food processing and packaging industries.


We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality engineering solutions in a clean, modern workshop environment. Our work is varied and interesting, with stainless steel and engineering plastics making up around 90% of our production.


Due to continued growth and increasing workload, we are seeking an experienced Fitter Turner Machinist to join our skilled and supportive team.


About the Role


This hands-on position will involve a variety of machining and engineering tasks, including working on manual lathes and milling machines to manufacture precision components to a high standard.


You will be working within a small team where quality workmanship, reliability, and attention to detail are highly valued.


What We're Looking For


The successful applicant will ideally have:


  • The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and perform relevant calculations
  • Strong machining skills with the ability to produce accurate, high-quality workmanship
  • Experience operating manual lathes and manual milling machines unsupervised
  • Excellent attention to detail and pride in their work
  • A solid and reliable work history
  • Good communication skills and the ability to work well within a small team environment
  • A Fitter Turner Trade Certificate or equivalent qualification preferred (applicants with strong relevant industry experience will also be considered)


Experience in CNC machining would be beneficial.


What We Offer:


  • Stable, full-time permanent employment
  • Varied work
  • Supportive team environment
  • Opportunity to work across diverse engineering projects
  • Competitive remuneration based on experience


APPLY NOW with an up to date CV.


All enquiries and applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.



Please Quote Reference Number 18740

Desired Hard Skills

  • CNC Machining
  • Engineering Drawings
  • Lathe Operation
  • Manual Machining
  • Milling Operation

Desired Soft Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Attention To Detail
  • Communication
  • Reliability
  • Workmanship

Culture

  • 🌈 Rainbow Tick
  • 💸 Living Wage

Job Schedule

  • Monday to Friday

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