Linisher

Masstemps Ltd; Nechells; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Masstemps Ltd in the Aston area is recruiting an experienced Linisher to join a busy manufacturing operation. You will operate linishing and grinding equipment and set bandsaws to cut metal sections to the required lengths.

You will read engineering drawings, measure dimensions, inspect finished work for quality, and maintain a safe, clean workshop. The role requires reliability, teamwork, and the physical ability to handle metal components.

Qualifications

• Experience operating bandsaws and linishing/grinding equipment in a manufacturing setting.
• Desirable experience cutting metals (mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium).
• Able to read basic engineering drawings and measure accurately.
• Good attention to detail and quality control.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools and working in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate linishing and grinding equipment to remove edges, burrs and excess material.
• Operate bandsaw machinery to cut metal sections to required lengths.
• Set and adjust bandsaw machines for different materials and sizes.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and cutting specifications.
• Measure materials and check finished cuts against required dimensions.
• Grind and blend welds and edges for a smooth finish.
• Inspect components for quality and ensure standards are met.
• Load, unload and safely handle metal materials and components.
• Maintain machinery and report faults to supervisor.
• Keep the workshop clean, tidy and safe.

Skills

Bandsaw operation

Linishing/grinding

Reading engineering drawings

Measuring and quality checking

Hand and power tools

Tools

Bandsaw machinery

Grinders

Forklift (license)

Job description

Masstemps is currently recruiting for an experienced

Linisherto join a well-established and busy manufacturing company based near the

Aston area.

THE ROLE

• Operate linishing and grinding equipment to remove sharp edges, burrs and excess material.
• Operate bandsaw machinery to cut metal sections, bars, tubes and components to required lengths.
• Set and adjust bandsaw machines to suit different materials, sizes and cutting requirements.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, measurements and cutting specifications.
• Measure materials accurately and check finished cuts against required dimensions.
• Grind and blend welds and edges to achieve a smooth, high-quality finish.
• Use hand and power tools for general fettling, deburring and finishing work.
• Inspect components for quality, ensuring cuts and finishes meet required standards.
• Load, unload and safely handle metal materials and finished components.
• Maintain machinery and report any faults or issues to the supervisor.
• Keep the workshop and working area clean, tidy and safe.
• Follow all company health & safety procedures and PPE requirements.

ABOUT YOU

• Previous experience operating bandsaws and/or linishing/grinding equipment within a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Experience cutting mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium or other metal sections is desirable.
• Confident using hand tools, power tools, grinders and linishers.
• Able to read basic engineering drawings and work accurately from measurements.
• Good understanding of metal cutting, fettling and finishing processes.
• Good attention to detail, particularly when producing components to specific dimensions.
• Comfortable working in a busy fabrication/manufacturing environment.
• Physically fit and able to handle metal materials safely.
• Reliable, hardworking and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Experience driving Forklift Counterbalance Trucks (Valid license) this however, is not essential to the role.

HOURS OF WORK

Monday to Friday 14:00pm - 22:00pm