Precision Grinder / Toolmaker
Redruth | £30,000 - £35,000 per year | 8 am - 4:30 pm | Monday - Friday | Permanent
Introduction
Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for an experienced Precision Grinder / Toolmaker based in Redruth.
Key Duties
* Set up and operate a variety of grinding machines, including surface, cylindrical, universal, and tool and cutter grinders, to shape raw materials.
* Read and interpret complex engineering drawings and 2D/3D CAD models to manufacture parts to precise specifications.
* Utilise precision measurement instruments such as micrometres, vernier callipers, gauges and Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) to ensure product conformity.
* Troubleshoot tooling breakdowns, repair dies and fixtures, and determine whether a tool can be fixed on the machine or requires removal to the toolroom.
* Perform routine maintenance on grinding equipment, dress grinding wheels, and maintain a clean and safe workspace.
Requirements
* Strong ability to work to minute tolerances and meet critical geometrical tolerancing requirements.
* Understanding of various metals, alloys and material properties.
* Ability to use hand tools such as files and hacksaws for bench fitting and fine finishing.
* Ideally completed an apprenticeship in Toolmaking, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
* Minimum of 1 year's experience in mechanical engineering.
What We Offer
* Canteen.
* Company pension.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Employee discount.
* Free parking.
* Health and wellbeing programme.
* On-site parking.
* Sick pay.
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