Grinder

Matchtech

Centreless Grinder Setter/Operator


📍 Havant, Hampshire
💰 £18.50 per hour (£36,075 per annum)
37.5 hours per week
🔄 Rotating Double Day Shift



Shift Pattern

  • Week 1: 06:00 - 14:00
  • Week 2: 14:00 - 22:00


The Opportunity


A leading precision engineering manufacturer is looking to recruit an experienced Centreless Grinder Setter/Operator to join its growing production team in Havant.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and highly respected manufacturer producing precision-engineered components to exacting standards. You'll play a key role within the machining department, setting and operating centreless grinding machinery while ensuring parts meet stringent quality and tolerance requirements.
If you are a skilled grinder who takes pride in producing high-quality work and enjoys working in a fast-paced engineering environment, we'd love to hear from you.



Key Responsibilities

  • Set up and operate centreless grinding machines.
  • Carry out plunge and through-feed grinding operations.
  • Produce components to tight tolerances and high-quality standards.
  • Read and work from engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Conduct in-process inspections using precision measuring equipment.
  • Make machine adjustments to maintain accuracy and productivity.
  • Ensure all work is completed safely and efficiently.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives within the department.


Skills & Experience Required


To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

  • Previous experience as a Centreless Grinder Setter/Operator.
  • Experience with plunge and/or through-feed grinding processes.
  • The ability to work to tight tolerances and demanding quality standards.
  • Experience using micrometers, verniers, gauges and other inspection equipment.
  • The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
  • A strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
  • A proactive and reliable approach to work.
  • Experience within a precision engineering or manufacturing environment.
  • Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this position, and applicants requiring visa sponsorship cannot be considered.


What's On Offer?

  • Competitive salary of £36,075 per annum.
  • Permanent, full-time position.
  • Stable employment with a successful engineering manufacturer.
  • Modern machining environment.
  • Overtime opportunities.
  • Long-term career prospects.
  • Supportive team environment.


If you're an experienced Centreless Grinder looking for your next challenge with a well-established precision engineering business, we'd like to hear from you.

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