Prototype Craftsman / Manual Machinist Location: Willenhall, West Midlands Salary: up to £34,000 (Negotiable dependant on experience) Benefits: 30 Days holiday including bank holidays Training and development opportunities Nest pension plan Great company culture Company Profile: A world leading manufacturing and development company who supply specialist equipment to the MOD, Military and Defence sectors are currently expanding their team. Job Profile: This innovative organisation is seeking an experienced Prototype Craftsman / Manual Machinist with a wide range of manual machining skills. Candidates must be UK nationals and will undergo security vetting upon employment. Duties: Use manual lathes and mills to machine parts to exacting standards Support the development, manufacture and testing of company projects Ensure all work meets tight tolerance and complex specifications Collaborate as part of a small team Skills & Attributes: Extensive experience with manual lathes and mills Proficient in machining complex, tight tolerance parts Strong understanding of mechanical processes Ability to work effectively within a small team Knowledge of electro-pneumatic equipment (desirable) Strong written and verbal communication skills Education/Qualifications Preferred: SVQ/NVQ level 3 or C&G Mechanical Craft Studies (Parts I, II & III with a minimum pass level of “Credit”) EITB First Year ‘Off The Job’ Certification EITB Module Training Certification Indentured Apprenticeship Hours of Work: 39.5 hours per week Monday to Thursday: 7:30 – 16:00 Friday: 7:30 – 13:00