At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate grinding machines and produce high-precision components with a focus on quality.
- Company: Leading precision engineering manufacturer in West Byfleet.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career progression into CNC, and hands-on experience.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and learning in advanced machining techniques.
- Why this job: Join a growing team and develop your skills in a dynamic engineering environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in manual 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 Toolmaker with a strong background in grinding to join its growing production team. The successful candidate will initially focus on manual cylindrical and surface 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 and tooling 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.
- Grind components and toolmaking features to tight tolerances, concentricity, roundness, and surface finish specifications.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
- Manufacture precision components and tooling including shafts, pins, bushes, jigs, fixtures, 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.
We think you need these skills to ace Toolmaker (Grinder) in Surrey
Cylindrical Grinding
Surface Grinding
CNC Machining
Manual Grinding Operations
Precision Measurement
Engineering Drawings Interpretation
Toolmaking
