CNC Grinder M-F

Preligens; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Wolverhampton is seeking an experienced CNC Grinder to join its new machining facility. The role involves setting and operating cylindrical grinding machines, ensuring precision and quality outputs. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3 years' experience in CNC grinding and an NVQ Level 3 qualification. This position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including a pension scheme and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company performance bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme - up to 10% employer contribution

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience setting and operating CNC grinders in a precision engineering environment.
• Apprentice trained background preferred.
• Flexibility to support various duties within the cell based on workload.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate both external and internal cylindrical CNC grinders.
• Coordination of First Line Maintenance and TPM as required.
• Follow process layouts, work instructions, and comply with quality standards.

Skills

CNC grinding

Attention to detail

Quality commitment

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Studer machines

Measurement systems

Job description

CNC Grinder M/F

Published 08.06.2025

Company : Safran Electronics & Defense Job field : Manufacture / assembly and repair Location : Wolverhampton , England , United Kingdom Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Professional status : Technician

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Published 08.06.2025

Job Description

We're looking for specialist CNC Grinders to join our 4th Generation Bevel Gear Cell at Safran Aerospace in Wolverhampton. This role offers the opportunity to work in both a brand-new, state-of-the-art machining facility and a well-established legacy environment with a high level of team expertise and support.

You'll be responsible for the setup, operation, and quality output of cylindrical grinding machines while supporting new equipment and part introductions. This role will suit someone passionate about precision, continuous learning, and delivering exceptional product quality.

What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like?

• Set and operate both external and internal cylindrical CNC grinders.
• Perform basic program/offset manipulation and use integrated machine probe systems.
• Validate parts using measurement systems and ensure adherence to specifications.
• Work closely with Manufacturing Engineers to support development and NPI activities.
• Follow process layouts, work instructions, and comply with quality standards.
• Coordinate First Line Maintenance and TPM as required.
• Support personal and team skill development, while maintaining high safety standards.

Job Requirements

Essential skills:
• Minimum 3 years' experience setting and operating CNC grinders in a precision engineering environment.
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Desirable skills:
• Apprentice trained background.
• Experience with Studer machines (preferred but not essential).
• Familiarity with measurement systems and integrated probe tools.
• Flexibility to support various duties within the cell based on workload.
• Willingness to work shifts (including Double Days or Night Shift).

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

• Competitive salary
• Company performance bonus scheme
• Pension scheme - up to 10% employer contribution
• Private medical insurance
• Comprehensive health cash plan
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Flexible benefits programme (buy & sell holiday allowance, discounted gym memberships, Maternity/ adoption leave- up to 52 weeks, first 26 weeks at full pay, subsequent 26 at 50% (basic pay) and Paternity/Non-Pregnant Parent/ Co-adopter leave 4 weeks full pay)
• Structured training & opportunities to progress

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets.

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Stratford Road WV10 7EH

Wolverhampton

England United Kingdom

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