Grinder

ProTech Recruitment Ltd; Newbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A globally recognized engineering firm in Newbury is seeking experienced CNC Grinders for its growing team. The role includes setting, programming, and operating CNC and manual grinding machines, ensuring the production of high-quality components in line with engineering standards. Shifts available include Days, Nights, and Weekends, offering flexibility and potential for additional shift premiums.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in CNC Cylindrical and Surface Grinding.
• Programming and editing skills, ideally using Fanuc Pictogram.
• Strong understanding of speeds, feeds, and work-holding techniques.

Responsibilities

• Program, set, and operate CNC cylindrical and manual surface grinding machines.
• Produce high-quality components following engineering drawings.
• Create setup procedures and maintain tooling.

Skills

CNC Cylindrical Grinding

Surface Grinding

Programming Skills (Fanuc)

Understanding of Speeds and Feeds

Ability to Read Engineering Drawings

Self-Inspection

Job description

Job Title: Grinder
Location: Newbury
Shifts Available: Days, Nights, Weekends
Salary: From 40,000pa + Shift Premiums (where applicable)

About the Company

A globally recognised engineering firm is seeking experienced CNC Grinders to join its growing team. There are currently 5 openings across various Day, Night and Weekend Shifts.

About the Role
As a CNC Cylindrical Grinder, you will set, program, edit, and operate a variety of CNC and manual grinding machines, producing components to the highest standards in a machine shop environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Program, set, and operate CNC cylindrical (internal/external) and manual surface grinding machines

• Produce high-quality components in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications.

• Create detailed setup procedures and maintain associated tooling/gauging.

• Liaise with production support and inspect work using CMM and contour trace machines.

• Complete job documentation and ensure traceability through accurate time logging.

• Maintain flexibility to operate additional machinery as required.

About You
We are looking for candidates with:

• Proven experience in CNC Cylindrical and Surface Grinding.

• Programming and editing skills, ideally using Fanuc Pictogram.

• Strong understanding of speeds, feeds, and work-holding techniques.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and perform accurate self-inspection.

• A proactive attitude and commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Shift Patterns

• Days: Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 17:00 (no premium).

• Nights: Monday - Thursday, 19:00 - 06:00 (30% shift allowance).

• Weekends: Friday - Sunday, 06:00 - 18:30 (25% shift allowance).