Horizontal Borer

Manual Horizontal Borer

Location: Lanarkshire

Salary: Competitive 

A skilled Horizontal Borer is required to join a busy machine shop team. The role involves the operation of a range of machine tools, with a focus on conventional horizontal boring. Standard working hours are 06:00 to 14:30 Monday to Thursday and 06:00 to 13:30 Friday, with some flexibility on start and finish times.

Candidates willing to relocate will be considered, and a relocation package is available for the right candidate.

Requirements

  • Previous experience as a machine operator or in a similar role.
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical detail drawings.
  • Skilled in operating various machine tools.

Desirable

  • Experience with a “Kerns Richard SH75” or similar boring machine.
  • Counterbalance forklift truck licence.
  • Ability to operate an overhead crane.
  • Knowledge of safe working practices in a machine shop environment.

Key Duties

  • Set up and operate conventional horizontal boring machines.
  • Operate other machine tools including lathes, milling machines and drills.
  • Produce component parts from engineering drawings to tight tolerances.
  • Inspect and measure work throughout the process.
  • Assist in creating standard working procedures.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Please contact Diane on 07707726905  or email on dmedley@hrcrecruitment.co.uk

Benefits: 
Competitive
Location: 
South Lanarkshire, Lanarkshire
Type: 
Permanent
Discipline: 
Operator
Job Posted: 
Fri, 05 Sep 2025
Closing Date: 
Fri, 03 Oct 2025
Reference: 
11986

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