NexGen Consultancy are currently recruiting for a CNC Grinder to join a well established, global brand specialising within the Motorsport sector.
Hours of Work:
Week 1
Monday - Thursday: 06:00 to 14:00
Friday - 06:00 to 13:00
Week 2
Monday - Thursday: 14:00 to 22:00
Friday - 13:00 to 20:00
Job Description
Duties of the grinder will be to manufacture camshafts, crankshafts, tooling and a variety of other engine components for super/hyper car manufacturers. Set & operate CNC and manual grinding machines, select and mount appropriate cutting tools required for the operations. Perform quality control checks using a variety of measurement equipment. Inspect and maintain machinery, tooling and equipment to ensure parts produced conform to specification and minimize productiondowntime.
The Role
* Set and operate CNC grinding machines (Junker & Kellenburger)
* Be able to set and operate manual grinding machines (cylindrical & surface)
* Manufacture/modify cams, cranks to support internal/external engine development programs along with any other component that needs a grinding process.
* Be able to use measuring equipment to ensure component compliance, (gauges, CMM’s Adcole)
* Perform basic TPM on all equipment including cleaning and lubrication.
* Mentor and instruct Juniors & apprentices to perform manufacturing operations when required.
* Be active with the introduction of new equipment and process changes.
* Be committed to continuous improvement and suggest improvements regarding methods, processes, and tooling. Fulfil any other reasonable requirement consistent with departmental objectives.
Candidate Profile
* Ability to read, interpret and communicate technical information.
* Have knowledge of multiple grinding methods (internal/external, between centres and surface grinding)
* Be experienced with work holding methods.
* Be conversant with machine code and have the ability to problem solve.
* Knowledge of tool setting, measuring equipment and wheel mounting/dressing
* Numerical and computer skills.
* Effective communicator both verbal and written.
* Automotive engineering experience/background.
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