Precision Honing Technician – Setup & Quality

Vivo Talent; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Vivo Talent is seeking a Honing Setter Operator in Manufacturing / Production. You will set up, operate, and maintain honing machines to produce precision components to specification, perform tooling changes, and inspect parts to ensure quality while meeting production targets.

This role requires reading engineering drawings, using micrometers, bore gauges, verniers and dial indicators; working with 5S and safety procedures; and collaborating with quality, engineering and production teams.

Qualifications

• Experience operating honing machines in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Proficient with precision measuring equipment and interpretation of tolerances.
• GCSE Maths/English and engineering training preferred.
• Desirable knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare honing machines per production specifications.
• Install tooling, fixtures and honing stones as required.
• Adjust machines to achieve dimensional accuracy and surface finish.
• Operate equipment safely to meet production schedules.
• Inspect components using precision tools (first-off, in-process, final).
• Interpret drawings and work instructions accurately.
• Monitor machine performance and maintain quality.
• Record production data and machine settings.
• Carry out routine maintenance and cleaning.
• Report equipment faults or quality concerns promptly.
• Collaborate with quality, engineering and production teams.
• Maintain 5S housekeeping and safety procedures.

Skills

Honing machine operation

Reading drawings

Precision measuring

Geometric tolerancing

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Team player

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Engineering qualification or apprenticeship

Tools

Micrometers

Bore gauges

Dial indicators

Verniers

Job description

Vivo Talent is seeking a Honing Setter Operator in Manufacturing / Production. You will set up, operate, and maintain honing machines to produce precision components to specification, perform tooling changes, and inspect parts to ensure quality while meeting production targets.

This role requires reading engineering drawings, using micrometers, bore gauges, verniers and dial indicators; working with 5S and safety procedures; and collaborating with quality, engineering and production teams.