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About this Machinist role at Finning

Finning · Onsite · Leeds, GB

Company:

Finning (UK) Ltd

Number of Openings:

1

Worker Type:

Permanent

Position Overview:

Working within an industry-leading organisation at Finning, and the largest CAT dealership in the UK and Ireland, your role as Salvage Machinist will be carrying out reconditioning of old components or the machining of new components for Caterpillar products

We are looking for a highly experienced and motivated individual with strong experience on manual machining skills who would be suited to a role supporting the repair and maintenance of CAT machinery

Job Description:

 Overview

  • Use of manual machines such as Lathes, Milling Machines and honing machines
  • Use of CNC machinary
  • Reclaiming/refurbing of old or damaged parts and components
  • Manufacturing new parts and components
  • Plan jobs through various stages of manufacture deciding the correct machinery, tooling and processes to be used in order to achieve the stated accuracy and quality
  • Reading/interpreting technical engineering drawings
  • Work with the drawing office and give feedback to create / modify parts
  • Ensure that all tooling related activities are carried out in accordance with the appropriate company procedures.

 

Requirements

  • Experienced in operating manual machines, Milling, turning and drilling
  • Experiance using and setting CNC machinery
  • Experience working to tight tolerances
  • Benchwork
  • Checking and assessing of old parts and components prior to remanufacturing
  • Use of hand tools and measuring equipment such as Verniers, Callipers, micrometres, gauges, etc.
  • Train other engineers on the use of manual machines




Education

  • Apprentice trained (NVQ / City and Guilds) or time served 


Salary and Benefits

  • Salary - £16.60 - £18.90 p/h (£37,100 - £42,200 basic per annum)
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays (purchase up to 5 extra days holiday)
  • Annual Bonus
  • Healthcare benefit (medical, optical, hearing, dentistry, and new child payments to support new parents)
  • Access to company share scheme
  • Up to 7% pension (matched by company)
  • Refer a friend bonus (£1000 if successful)
  • Employee reward platform (retails discounts and other employee rewards)
  • Laptop + phone
  • Company share scheme


Working Schedule

Monday – Friday

 

At Finning we believe that our people are the heart and soul of our company and fundamental to our success.


If you would like to join an industry-leading global organisation offering an attractive all-around benefits package and various flexible benefits, then apply online today!

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter. Finning is a forces-friendly employer having signed the Armed Forces Covenant, and pledges to treat those who serve or have served in the armed forces, and their families fairly.

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How this Machinist salary compares

This role pays $49,841/yr — below the typical range for Machinist roles.

$50,721 median $64,948 $88,400

Typical range $56,883–$77,680/yr, from 451 comparable Machinist listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Machinist salary insights →

About Finning

About Us Finning is the world's largest Caterpillar dealer delivering unrivalled service for over 80 years. The company sells, rents and provides parts and service for equipment and engines to customers in various industries, including mining, construction, petroleum, forestry and a wide range of power systems applications. Finning employs approximately 14,500 people world-wide and operates in three geographies, with the head office in Vancouver, BC, Canada. OUR DIVISIONS Finning International Inc. is the corporate head office of the publicly traded corporation, which is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol: FTT. Finning Canada is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar produc

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