Conventional/Manual Universal Grinder

Optima UK

Coventry

On-site

GBP 24,000 - 34,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Up to £21 per hour

Excellent overtime opportunities

Permanent position

Opportunity to work on precision-engie

Job summary

Optima UK is seeking an experienced Conventional Grinder - Universal for a permanent position based in Coventry. The ideal candidate will operate universal grinding machinery, specializing in producing precision components to exact tolerances. This role offers excellent overtime opportunities and is suited for a grinder who values quality workmanship.

Experience with Jones & Shipman machines is essential. Applicants should have a strong background in precision engineering and a commitment to

Qualifications

Proven experience as a Universal Grinder in precision engineering.
Strong hands-on experience using Jones & Shipman grinding machines.
Ability to work independently and take responsibility for quality.

Responsibilities

Setting and operating universal grinding machinery.
Producing precision components to engineering drawings.
Selecting and dressing appropriate grinding wheels.

Skills

Universal Grinding

Jones & Shipman machines

Precision measuring equipment

Engineering drawings

Dimensional accuracy

Surface finish

Education

Relevant engineering apprenticeship or qualification

Job description

Conventional Grinder - Universal

Location: Coventry Commutable from: Coventry, Nuneaton, Bedworth, Rugby, Warwick, Hinckley, Leicester

Salary: Up to £21.00 per hour , depending on experience

Hours: Monday to Friday - Days

Permanent Role | Days | Excellent Overtime Opportunities | Precision Engineering

About the Company

Our client is a well-established specialist precision engineering business with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality machining and grinding solutions to demanding industrial sectors. The business has extensive expertise in precision grinding, CNC and conventional machining , producing complex components and specialist tooling where accuracy and quality are critical. Their capabilities support customers requiring high levels of engineering expertise, tight tolerances and exceptional standards of workmanship. With a highly skilled workforce and a strong focus on technical excellence, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Universal Grinder to join a business where craftsmanship and engineering knowledge are genuinely valued.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Conventional Grinder - Universal to join a skilled engineering team on a permanent day shift. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting and operating universal grinding machinery , producing precision components to exacting tolerances and customer specifications. Experience using Jones & Shipman grinding machines is essential for this position. This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced grinder who takes genuine pride in their workmanship and is comfortable working with complex components where accuracy, surface finish and consistency are paramount. The company offers excellent overtime opportunities , making this an attractive position for an experienced grinder looking to maximise their earning potential while remaining on a Monday-to-Friday day shift.

Key responsibilities include:

Setting and operating Universal Grinding machinery
Working with Jones & Shipman grinding machines
Producing precision components to engineering drawings and specifications
Carrying out cylindrical, internal and external grinding operations where required
Working to extremely tight tolerances and demanding surface finish requirements
Selecting appropriate grinding wheels, tooling and machining parameters
Dressing and maintaining grinding wheels to achieve the required component specification
Setting machine parameters and making adjustments to maintain dimensional accuracy
Reading and interpreting detailed engineering drawings
Using precision measuring equipment to inspect finished components
Carrying out first-off and in-process inspection
Identifying and resolving machining and quality issues
Maintaining accurate standards of workmanship throughout the production process
Supporting production targets and delivery schedules
Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have proven experience as a Universal Grinder within a precision engineering environment and be confident setting and operating conventional grinding machinery. Strong experience with Jones & Shipman machines is essential. You will also have:

Proven experience as a Conventional / Universal Grinder
Strong hands-on experience using Jones & Shipman grinding machines
Experience producing precision components to tight tolerances
Strong understanding of grinding processes and techniques
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Experience selecting and dressing appropriate grinding wheels
Good knowledge of precision measuring equipment
Experience working with cylindrical grinding applications
Strong understanding of dimensional accuracy and surface finish requirements
Ability to work independently and take responsibility for the quality of your own work

The following would be advantageous:

Experience with internal and external cylindrical grinding
Experience working on complex one-off and small-batch components
Experience within aerospace, motorsport, automotive or other high-precision manufacturing environments
Relevant engineering apprenticeship or qualification
Experience working to very tight tolerances and demanding customer specifications

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