Machinist - Cylindrical and Cubic Parts

As part of a multi-functional, highly skilled, and flexible team, the Machine Shop Grinder is a hands‑on role, responsible for producing parts to fulfil Assembly, Aftermarket and Spares requirements. Shift flexibility is vital to fulfil business needs.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate a Waldrich Coburg Large Surface Grinder (Siemens 840D control) ensuring consistent high quality production of critical components.
• Produce complex components to drawing specification ranging in size from 25kg up to 12000kg.
• Work from and interpret engineering drawings to ensure parts are produced to drawing specification.
• Apply knowledge of material characteristics and machining methods to ensure optimal productivity.
• Work with minimal supervision and plan workload effectively to achieve production targets.
• Foster a ‘Right First Time’ mindset in a quality driven environment.
• Understand and always work in line with Fives Values and Directives; specifically following the highest standards of health and safety.
• Perform any other reasonable duties as requested.

Technical Competencies Required

• Experience in operating a medium to large surface grinder is preferred, however, training will be provided to the successful candidate.
• Setting of components, composite grinding wheels, jigs and fixtures.
• Proficient in the use of measuring equipment to maintain drawing specifications.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings.
• Manufacturing components to achieve critical geometrical tolerancing and ensuring product conformity.
• Time served apprenticeship certification.

Behavioural Competencies Required

• Diligence
• Reliability and Punctuality: Consistent attendance and timely completion of tasks.
• Manual Dexterity: Skilful use of hands and tools for intricate tasks.
• Problem‑Solving Skills: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues that arise during machining processes.
• Teamwork: Collaboration with colleagues to achieve common goals and maintain workflow.
• Patience and Persistence: Ability to work through repetitive tasks and complex problems without frustration.
• Adaptability: Willingness to learn new techniques and adapt to new machines or processes.
• Strong Communication: Clear and effective communication with team members and supervisors.
• Organisation: Keeping workspaces tidy and tools properly maintained.
• Flexibility to work to the needs of the business, including working different shift patterns and overtime as and when required.
• A mindset that places product quality, process optimisation, and asset utilisation at the forefront.
• Able to both recognise and embrace a flexible approach, ensuring that business commitments are fulfilled, and customer expectations are both maintained and surpassed.
• Ability to work alone or part of a team.
• Able to manage own time and meet tight deadlines.

Benefits

• 28 days paid Holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays per year.
• Premium payments for shift work.
• Healthshield healthcare and wellbeing.
• Life Assurance (5 x annual salary).
• Perkpal Benefits Platform.
• Enhanced Pension – Employer matched contributions of 4% or 5% (increasing to 6% or 7.5% after three years.)
• Paid Medical Appointment Time – 8 hours per year.
• Contributory Social Club.
• Free secure, on‑site Parking