Precision Universal Grinder - Tight Tolerances & Growth

Optima UK Inc Ltd

Hinckley and Bosworth

On-site

GBP 54,553,000 - 59,237,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position

Competitive pay

Overtime available

Ongoing training

Development opportunities

Free on-site parking

Long-term role

Job summary

Optima UK Inc Ltd in Hinckley is seeking a skilled Universal Grinder to produce high-precision components. You will set, operate, and monitor the grinder to ensure parts meet drawing specifications while maintaining efficiency and minimizing scrap.

You will interpret drawings, select correct wheels, and perform cylindrical and spherical grinding with strict attention to quality, safety, and process improvement. This permanent role offers training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

Strong background in precision universal grinding across internal, external, and spherical work.
Expertise with superalloys and nitride-hardened components.
Advanced wheel forming and profile grinding capability.
Fully certified in grinding wheel mounting and safety.

Responsibilities

Perform precision cylindrical (ID/OD) and spherical grinding to ultra-fine tolerances.
Set, operate, and maintain J&S machines and Cincinnati Milacron Heald grinders.
Interpret technical engineering drawings and carry out complex wheel forming.
Conduct surface grinding using diaforms and Churchill tub grinders.