Conventional Grinder / Precision Machinist

TN United Kingdom; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled Conventional Grinder / Precision Machinist for a permanent role in Tamworth. This exciting opportunity involves working with high-precision gauging and tooling in the automotive and aerospace sectors, adhering to tight tolerances. The ideal candidate will possess CNC and manual grinding experience, alongside strong communication skills and the ability to interpret engineering drawings. With a flexible work pattern and excellent benefits, this role is perfect for those eager to make a significant impact in a leading manufacturing environment.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Death in Service Benefit

Private Medical Insurance

Flexible Work Pattern

Qualifications

• Experience in CNC/manual grinding to tight tolerances.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and geometric tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Surface grinding of precision gauges and tooling for automotive and aerospace.
• Set and operate manual surface grinding machines.

Skills

CNC Grinding

Manual Grinding

Surface Grinding

Cylindrical Grinding

Engineering Drawings Interpretation

Geometric Tolerances Understanding

Communication Skills

Education

Machining Apprenticeship

Engineering Qualification

Tools

Verniers

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges and Fixtures

Job description

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Conventional Grinder / Precision Machinist, Tamworth

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Client:

GPW Recruitment

Location:

Tamworth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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7

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Conventional Grinder / Precision Machinist with experience of manual grinding (Surface, Cylindrical and or Bore) to tight very tolerances required for a permanent position in the Tamworth area for an established, world leading company manufacturing gauges and gears. Salary is £29,000 – £40,000 pa (DoE) + O/T + excellent benefits (see full JD). The Precision Machinist / Skilled Grinder (Surface, Cylindrical or Bore) will be working circa hrs (Mon – Fri flexi start time between 6:30am – 8am)

Salary and Benefits:

• 5 hours week (Mon – Fri days, flexible work pattern, can start between 6:30am – 8am)
• Pension scheme and death in service benefit
• Private medical insurance

The successful CNC / Manual Grinder / Precision Machinist day to day duties will include:

• Surface grinding of high precision gauging and tooling associated with splines and gears for the automotive and aerospace industries working to extremely tight tolerances
• Set / operate manual surface grinding machines.
• Ensure production issues are resolved quickly, efficiently and production KPI’s are met.
• Comply with company H&S guidelines.

To be suitable for this CNC / Conventional Grinder / Precision Machinist role you must have the following experience / characteristics:

• Ideally completed a relevant machining, toolmaker or engineering apprenticeship.
• Must have recent experience of CNC / manual surface, cylindrical and or bore grinding to very tight tolerances
• Able to use standard manual measuring devices such as verniers, DTI’s, calipers, micrometers, plain plug, screw and ring gauges, gauge blocks and bespoke gauges/fixtures.
• Be able to work with the minimum of supervision
• Must be able to interpret Engineering drawings with a good understanding of Geometric Tolerances.
• Good communicational skills, both verbal and written.

Key words : Grinder, Surface Grinding, Machine Setter, C N C, Machine Operator, Computer Numerical Controls, Conventional Machining, Manual Machinist, External / Internal Cylindrical Grinding, Bore Grinder, Machine Programmer, Toolmaker, Fanuc, Studer, Manufacturing, Automotive, Aerospace, Tamworth, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, Burton-on-Trent, Coventry, Staffordshire, West Midlands

The successful Skilled Conventional / CNC Grinder / Precision Machinist will need to be flexible as there may be overtime and other duties not mentioned in this job description. With experience of working in a manufacturing environment, you will have a standard-level education, have the relevant qualifications or experience, be punctual, conscientious, keen and have a practical approach to work.

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