Manual Grinder

Staffline; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Staffline in Wolverhampton is seeking a Manual Cylindrical Grinder to join a leading aerospace and defence manufacturer. You will operate and set machines to produce components to extremely tight tolerances, starting from engineering drawings and adhering to stringent quality standards.

The role requires apprenticeship background, hands-on grinding and a solid tool knowledge, with attention to detail and a drive for process improvement.

Qualifications

• A recognised engineering apprenticeship.
• Setting and operating manual cylindrical grinders.
• Good knowledge of machining techniques and appropriate tooling.
• Attention to detail and accuracy and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate manual cylindrical grinding machines (S20/RM2500).
• Grind to tight tolerances (down to 0.00005”).
• Work from engineering drawings to achieve exact specifications.
• Grind components to ensure correct flow distribution and performance.
• Carry out work that meets strict aerospace quality standards.

Skills

Manual grinding

Machine setting

Quality control

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering apprenticeship

Tools

S20/RM2500

Job description

Shift: AM/PM Rotating (6am-2pm / 2pm-10pm)

The Role - Manual Cylindrical Grinder

My client, a leading manufacture specialising in the aerospace and defence industry, is currently seeking a talented Manual Cylindrical Grinder to join their team.

As a Manual Cylindrical Grinder you’ll be responsible for operating and setting machines to produce parts to extremely tight tolerances.

You’ll be joining a great team within a vibrant employment sector.

Duties - Manual Cylindrical Grinder

• Set and operate manual cylindrical grinding machines (S20/RM2500)
• Grind to tight tolerances (down to 0.00005”)
• Work from engineering drawings to achieve exact specifications
• Support flow plotting activities including
• Grind components to ensure correct flow distribution and performance
• Carry out work that meets strict aerospace quality standards

Background – Manual Cylindrical Grinder

• A recognised engineering apprenticeship.
• Setting and operating manual cylindrical grinders
• Good knowledge of machining techniques and appropriate tooling.
• Attention to detail and accuracy and process improvement.

Candidates who are currently a CNC Machinist, Grinding Technician, CNC Lathe Operator, CNC Mill/ Turn Operator, Manual Grinder, CNC Grinder, Computer numerical machinist, Machine Setter/Operators and more.