CNC Grinder

E3recruitment; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned engineering firm in Rochdale is seeking a skilled CNC Grinder for a full-time, permanent position. The role includes operating CNC profile grinders, machining complex components, and ensuring safety standards. Competitive salary up to £37,379 plus excellent benefits, including holiday and training opportunities. Ideal candidates have experience with GER or Danobat machinery and can read engineering drawings.

Benefits

Up to 8% employer pension contribution

Sick pay

Health and well-being support

Onsite gym

Free parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating CNC profile grinders.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and understand gear profiles.
• Skilled in mounting, balancing grinding wheels.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC profile grinder machinery.
• Machine large, complex components.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety standards.

Skills

CNC profile grinder operation

Reading engineering drawings

Precision measuring with micrometers

Attention to detail

Education

Successful completion of an engineering apprenticeship

Tools

GER machinery

Danobat machinery

Job description

We are seeking a CNC Grinder to join a globally renowned engineering and manufacturing company based in Huddersfield. This is a permanent, full-time position offering a competitive salary with overtime, shift allowance, and excellent benefits, providing an outstanding opportunity to develop your career within a well-established and innovative business.

What’s on offer to the CNC Grinder?

• Starting Salary: Up to £37,379 per annum + overtime + shift allowance
• Shift Allowance: 18% for morning and afternoon shifts (£44,107 per annum)
• Working Hours:
  • Morning Shift: 6:30 am – 2:30 pm
  • Afternoon Shift: 2:30 pm – 10:00 pm (Mon‑Thurs) Friday Afternoon: 2:30 pm – 6:30 pm
• Contract: Permanent, full-time role
• Holiday: 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Benefits:
  • Up to 8% employer pension contribution
  • Sick pay
  • Health and well‑being support
  • Onsite gym
  • Free parking
• Training & Development: Internal and external training programmes

Responsibilities of the CNC Grinder

• Setting up and operating CNC profile grinder machinery to precise tolerances
• Machining large, complex components
• Performing profile grinding on internal and external gear teeth
• Handling individual parts and batch production runs to meet quality standards
• Reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings, K charts, and gear graphs
• Mounting and balancing grinding wheels and managing machine setups with accurate documentation
• Collaborating with the team to improve tooling and machining processes
• Maintaining machinery through routine daily checks and participating in 5S improvement initiatives
• Operating multiple machines as required and supporting effective shift handovers
• Ensuring strict adherence to health and safety standards in a safety‑critical environment

Requirements of the CNC Grinder

• Successful completion of an engineering apprenticeship
• Proven experience operating CNC profile grinders, preferably with GER or Danobat machinery
• Ability to read engineering drawings and understand gear profiles
• Skilled in mounting, balancing grinding wheels, and precision measuring with micrometers
• Experience in slinging and lifting heavy and large components
• Strong attention to detail working within close tolerance environments
• Commitment to safe working practices and quality standards

If you are a skilled CNC Grinder looking for a new challenge, please click “Apply” to submit your CV or contact Conor Wood at E3 Recruitment for more information.