Job Description:

JRS Associates have partnered with a leading precision engineering manufacturer to recruit an experienced CNC Universal Grinder to join their growing manufacturing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Cylindrical Grinder to join a highly skilled engineering environment, working on complex precision components while benefiting from an excellent hourly rate, day shifts and overtime opportunities.

The Successful CNC Universal Grinder – Package:

• £21.00 to £23.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Overtime paid at 1.5x
• Permanent position
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday: 7.00am – 3.00pm
• Excellent overtime earning potential
• Long-term job security within an established precision engineering business

The Successful CNC Universal Grinder – Requirements:

• Previous experience as a CNC Cylindrical Grinder / Universal Grinder
• Strong experience with internal and external cylindrical grinding
• Experienced setting and operating CNC grinding machines
• Confident reading and interpreting engineering drawings
• Experienced manufacturing precision components to tight tolerances
• Good knowledge of grinding techniques, wheel selection and dressing
• Competent using Micrometers, Bore Gauges, Air Gauges and other precision measuring equipment
• Able to work independently and maintain high standards of accuracy
• Kellenberger grinding experience would be highly advantageous
• Heidenhain control experience would be highly advantageous
• Experience with Studer, Jones & Shipman, Churchill, Voumard or similar universal grinding machines will also be considered

The Successful CNC Universal Grinder – Key Responsibilities:

• Set and operate CNC Universal Grinding machines
• Produce precision-engineered components to engineering drawings and specifications
• Carry out internal and external cylindrical grinding operations
• Work to tight dimensional and geometric tolerances
• Set and dress grinding wheels as required
• Make machine adjustments and offsets to maintain component accuracy
• Carry out in-process inspection using precision measuring equipment
• Monitor component quality throughout the grinding process
• Identify and correct dimensional issues where required
• Maintain high standards of quality, safety and housekeeping

The company operates Kellenberger KEL-VIVA UR 175/1000 Universal Grinding machines with Heidenhain controls, so previous experience with this equipment would be particularly advantageous.

Apply now! Shortlisted candidates will receive a call within 3 working hours to discuss the opportunity in more detail.