CNC Grinding Programmer / Setter / Operator

Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd; Worcester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a high-performance manufacturing team focused on precision engineering as a CNC Grinding Programmer/Setter/Operator. In this role, you will set and operate advanced CNC grinding equipment, ensuring the production of critical, high-tolerance parts. Collaborate with a supportive engineering team while adhering to strict health and safety standards. Your expertise in cylindrical and universal grinding techniques, along with your proactive attitude, will drive continuous improvement initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic environment dedicated to excellence in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of cylindrical and universal grinding techniques.
• Proven experience in fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing settings.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate CNC grinding equipment, specifically Studer cylindrical/universal grinders.
• Program, edit, and improve existing and new parts using Fanuc CNC controls.

Skills

CNC Grinding Techniques

Fanuc CNC Controls

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship

Job description

CNC Grinding Programmer/Setter/Operator Location: Worcestershire Shift Pattern: Double Day Shifts

Join a high-performance manufacturing team dedicated to precision engineering. We are currently looking for a CNC Grinding Programmer/Setter/Operator to strengthen the machining department, working with advanced Struder Cylindrical/universal grinding machines to produce critical, high-tolerance parts.

What You'll Be Doing

Set and operate CNC grinding equipment, specifically Studer cylindrical/universal grinders

Program, edit, and improve existing and new parts using Fanuc CNC controls

Manufacture complex components with precision and attention to detail

Work within a supportive engineering team, maintaining strict health & safety standards

Drive continuous improvement through participation in kaizen and safety initiatives

Role Requirements
Essential:

Strong understanding of cylindrical and universal grinding techniques

Competent in operating and setting CNC controls safely

Team-oriented with a proactive, can-do attitude

Proven experience in fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing settings

Desirable:

Ability to program directly from engineering drawings using Fanuc controls

CNC grinding knowledge and experience

Mechanical engineering apprenticeship background

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