About Jonathan Wood Vintage & Thoroughbred Restorations
We specialise in the restoration and maintenance of vintage and veteran cars. We are particularly well known for our work with Rolls-Royce Silver Ghosts but equally enjoy working on many other fine examples of historic motor vehicles. Renowned for our thoroughness and highly detailed work, we believe in restoring rather than renewing, and whenever possible we conserve rather than restore. It is this philosophy which ensures a car remains correct and original, even following major works or a restoration.
Our team is highly skilled and passionate about delivering exceptional levels of workmanship and we are fortunate to work on some of the finest historic cars in the world. We are currently seeking a full-time Manual Machinist to join our team.
Role Overview
The ideal candidate will be an experienced machinist with prior knowledge of supporting a car workshop team. They will have an eye for detail and be thorough and conscientious in all tasks.
Responsibilities
1. Set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce replacement components (usually on a one-off basis) from sample or drawing in a variety of materials.
2. Carry out component repairs in order to recondition accordingly and meet the demands of our busy workshop.
3. Apply knowledge of mechanics, metal properties and machining procedures as required.
4. Manage and maintain tool and material stocks.
5. Maintain machine tools to ensure these are in good working order.
Typical Tasks
Turning
Boring and facing to a tolerance of +/- 0.001”.
Screw cutting a variety of thread forms, internal and external.
Taper turning.
Produce and fit repair sleeves/bushes.
Produce pins, spindles and shafts for a variety of applications.
Tool grinding to produce specific radii etc.
Milling
Set up machine ensuring all axis are true.
Bore and face items, often to achieve a tolerance of +/- 0.001”.
Recover worn housings, often ensuring bores remain in-line.
Reface exhaust manifold, cylinder heads etc.
Honing
Final size bores in hard/soft materials.
Surface Grinding
Balance and dress grinding wheels.
Reface hardened washers etc.
Final size shim washers etc.
Cylindrical Grinding
Balance and dress grinding wheels.
Final size diameter, pins, spindles and shafts etc.
Final size and correct tapers etc.
General
Calculate dimensions or tolerances, using instruments such as micrometers or vernier.
Design/produce fixtures, tooling, or experimental parts as needed.
Have a basic level of computer literacy.
As we deal with every single aspect of a car, the components worked on within our machine shop vary hugely.
If you have a genuine passion for all things mechanical and feel you could bring something to our team, we would be keen to hear from you. Hours and pay are flexible for the right person.
Please apply with your CV and covering letter.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £38,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Experience:
* Machinist: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application Deadline: 28/11/2024
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