At a Glance
- Tasks: Set up and operate grinding machines to produce high-precision components.
- Company: Leading precision engineering manufacturer in West Byfleet.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, overtime pay, 22 days leave, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Supportive environment with clear career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a modern engineering team and advance your skills in CNC grinding.
- Qualifications: Experience in cylindrical grinding and ability to read engineering drawings.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
A leading precision engineering manufacturer based in West Byfleet is seeking an experienced Cylindrical Grinder to join its growing production team. The company supplies high-precision components and assemblies to a diverse range of sectors including aerospace, defence, automotive, medical, oil gas, and other advanced engineering industries.
Continued investment in state-of-the-art machinery, manufacturing technology, and workforce development has created an excellent opportunity for a skilled grinder looking to develop their career within a modern and forward-thinking engineering environment. The successful candidate will initially focus on manual grinding operations, with a clear progression path into CNC cylindrical grinding as the business expands its capabilities. This role will involve producing high-precision components to exacting quality standards and tight tolerances.
Key Responsibilities- Set up and operate cylindrical, centreless, and surface grinding machines.
- Perform external and internal grinding operations.
- Carry out honing operations where required.
- Grind components to tight tolerances, concentricity, roundness, and surface finish specifications.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
- Manufacture precision components including shafts, pins, bushes, and other critical features.
- Conduct in-process inspection using micrometers, bore gauges, comparators, and other precision measuring equipment.
- Dress grinding wheels and select suitable tooling and processes.
- Maintain quality standards across both batch and one-off production work.
- Support the transition into CNC cylindrical grinding operations.
- Assist with CNC grinder setup and operation using Fanuc or similar controls.
- Carry out routine machine maintenance as required.
- Work closely with production and quality teams to improve processes and resolve manufacturing issues.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organised work environment.
- Previous experience in cylindrical grinding.
- Experience with surface and centreless grinding.
- Honing experience beneficial but not essential.
- Strong understanding of precision engineering and finishing processes.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Experience working to tight tolerances and fine surface finish requirements.
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
- Overtime opportunities paid at 1.5x standard rate.
- 39-hour working week with a choice of shift patterns.
- 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service up to 25 days.
- Company sick pay scheme.
- Quarterly attendance bonus.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Clear progression into CNC grinding and advanced manufacturing technologies.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Long-term career prospects within a growing engineering business.
Grinder in Surrey employer: Response Personnel
Join a leading precision engineering manufacturer in West Byfleet, where your skills as a Cylindrical Grinder will be valued and nurtured. With a commitment to ongoing training and development, you will have clear pathways for career progression into CNC grinding within a supportive and collaborative work culture. Enjoy competitive salaries, generous leave entitlements, and the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art machinery in a thriving industry.
