Grinder

Acorn-By-Synergie; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time opportunities

Career development

Modern high-tech environment

Job summary

Acorn by Synergy is recruiting CNC Grinders on behalf of Honeywell Aerospace in Yeovil.

Join a world-leading aerospace manufacturer to perform internal and external grinding to strict aerospace specifications, using MDI CNC grinding machinery.

You will work in a modern, high‑tech environment with ongoing training, a professional engineering team, and a strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace or precision engineering grinding roles.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and technical specs.
• Familiarity with MDI CNC grinding machinery and aerospace grinding processes.
• Knowledge of internal/external/surface/thread grinding.
• Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform internal and external grinding using MDI CNC grinding machinery.
• Carry out surface grinding and thread grinding to aerospace specs.
• Operate in accordance with Operator Control of Quality procedures.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and docs.
• Follow established layouts and procedures.
• Conduct in-process inspections to ensure quality.
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised workspace.

Skills

Aerospace grinding experience

MDI CNC grinding experience

Reading drawings & specs

Quality control procedures

Safety & continuous improvement

Independence & teamwork

Tools

MDI CNC grinding machinery

Job description

Grinder (a1W8d000001ZLZMEA4) Yeovil, England

Salary: GBP18.99 - GBP19.54 per hour + Depending on experience and shift

CNC Grinder | CNC Grinding Operator | Precision Grinder | Aerospace Grinder | Manufacturing Grinder

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting CNC Grinders on behalf of Honeywell Aerospace in Yeovil.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced CNC Grinders, CNC Grinding Operators, Precision Grinders, Aerospace Grinders, and Manufacturing Grinders to join a world-leading aerospace manufacturer producing precision-engineered components to the highest industry standards.

What We Offer

• Full-time opportunities available.
• Work for a globally recognised aerospace manufacturer.
• Modern, high-tech manufacturing environment.
• Career development and ongoing training opportunities.
• Supportive and professional engineering team.

Key Duties

• Perform internal and external grinding using MDI (Manual Data Input) CNC grinding machinery.
• Carry out surface grinding and thread grinding operations to precise aerospace specifications.
• Operate in accordance with OCQ (Operator Control of Quality) procedures.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Follow established process layouts and manufacturing procedures.
• Conduct in-process inspections to ensure components meet strict quality standards.
• Complete all production and quality documentation accurately.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised working environment.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Grinder within aerospace, precision engineering, manufacturing, or a similar environment.
• Experience operating MDI CNC grinding machinery.
• Knowledge of internal, external, surface, and thread grinding processes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Understanding of quality control procedures and inspection techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality components.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a skilled engineering team.
• Proactive approach to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Shift Pattern

• Saturday and Sunday.
• 7am–7pm (12-hour shifts).