CNC Grinder

Hewett Recruitment; Worcester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Hewett Recruitment is seeking a skilled CNC Grinder for a Worcester based manufacturing business. You will set and operate CNC cylindrical and universal grinders, ensuring high-tolerance components meet strict specs.

Working within a busy engineering team, you will interpret drawings, programme Fanuc controls, perform quality checks and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience setting and operating CNC grinding machinery.
• Strong understanding of cylindrical and universal grinding processes.
• Knowledge of Fanuc CNC controls.
• Ability to work from engineering drawings and specifications.
• Previous experience within a busy manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC cylindrical and universal grinding machines.
• Manufacture high-precision components to exacting quality standards.
• Edit and optimise CNC programmes using Fanuc controls.
• Interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Carry out quality checks using precision measuring equipment.
• Support continuous improvement and health & safety initiatives across the machine shop.

Skills

CNC grinding

Fanuc controls

Engineering drawings

Manufacturing experience

Cylindrical grinding

Universal grinding

Fanuc programming

Education

Apprenticeship or engineering qualification

Job description

CNC Grinder

Location: Worcester
Salary: Up to £37,000 + Excellent Benefits
Full Time | Permanent

Are you an experienced CNC Grinder looking to work with world-class precision engineering products? This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected manufacturing business producing complex, high-tolerance components in a modern machining environment.

Working within a skilled engineering team, you'll play a key role in the manufacture of precision-machined components while contributing to continuous improvement and operational excellence across the department.

The Role

• Set and operate CNC cylindrical and universal grinding machines
• Manufacture high-precision components to exacting quality standards
• Edit and optimise CNC programmes using Fanuc controls
• Interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Carry out quality checks using precision measuring equipment
• Support continuous improvement and health & safety initiatives across the machine shop

Requirements

Essential

• Experience setting and operating CNC grinding machinery
• Strong understanding of cylindrical and universal grinding processes
• Knowledge of Fanuc CNC controls
• Ability to work from engineering drawings and specifications
• Previous experience within a busy manufacturing environment

Desirable

• Ability to programme Fanuc controls from drawing
• CNC grinding programming experience
• Apprenticeship or recognised engineering qualification
• Experience working to tight tolerances in a precision engineering environment

Benefits & Development

• Long-term career opportunities within a growing manufacturing business
• Modern machining facility with advanced equipment
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive engineering team environment
• Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement projects