Experienced Surface / Cylindrical Grinder
Flexible Hours | Early Friday Finish | Up to £18.50 per Hour
We are seeking an experienced Surface / Cylindrical Grinder to join a long-established and highly respected precision engineering business.
This is a role for a skilled grinder who takes pride in accuracy, enjoys varied small-batch work, and values work–life balance. The company offers genuine flexibility around working hours and a stable, well-organised workshop environment.
Experienced Surface / Cylindrical Grinder Salary Working Hours
* Flexible start between 6:00am
* Standard day shift pattern
* Early finish every Friday
* Strong emphasis on work–life balance
(Exact hours can be discussed to suit individual circumstances.)
* Up to £18.50 per hour depending on experience
* Overtime available at enhanced rates
* Stable, permanent position
* Supportive, well-equipped workshop
Experienced Surface / Cylindrical Grinder The Role
You will be responsible for setting and operating surface and cylindrical grinding machines, producing high-precision components in one-off and small batch quantities.
This is varied subcontract work across multiple industries — not repetitive high-volume production.
Experienced Surface / Cylindrical Grinder Key Responsibilities:
* Full setup and operation of surface and/or cylindrical grinders
* Working to tight tolerances from engineering drawings
* Selecting and dressing grinding wheels
* In-process inspection and final quality checks
* Maintaining high accuracy and finish standards
* Working independently within a structured quality environment
Experience in CNC grinding would be advantageous but is not essential.
Experienced Surface / Cylindrical Grinder What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience in surface and/or cylindrical grinding
* Ability to work from detailed engineering drawings
* Strong understanding of tolerances and surface finishes
* Confident setting up machines independently
* High attention to detail and quality standards
* Reliable and self-motivated