Manual Grinder in Nuneaton, Warwickshire

Manual Grinding Operator

Location: Nuneaton
Job Type: Temporary, with the opportunity for permanent employment after a successful 12-week period
Working Hours: Mon-Thurs 7:30-16:30 Fri 7:30-12:30
Pay Rate: £13.25 per hour, increase to £13.80 per hour following successful completion of the 12 weeks

About the Role:

We are currently recruiting for an experienced and precision-minded Manual Grinding Operator to join our client's manufacturing team based in Nuneaton.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in grinding and machining who takes pride in producing high-quality components to exact engineering specifications.

The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up and operating manual grinding machinery to manufacture, sharpen and regrind cutting tools, ensuring all work meets the required quality standards and dimensional tolerances.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up, adjust and operate manual grinding machines.
• Interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and work instructions accurately.
• Grind components to precise dimensions and tolerances in line with engineering requirements.
• Carry out in-process quality inspections using measuring equipment, including micrometers, vernier calipers and gauges.
• Identify and report any quality issues, defects or deviations from specifications.
• Maintain consistent production standards while meeting required quality and output targets.
• Work closely with colleagues and the wider production team to ensure efficient workflow.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.

Essential Requirements:

• Previous hands-on experience operating manual grinding machines. (Minimum 1 year)
• A background in grinding, machining or precision engineering.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• GCSE Maths (Or equivalent qualification)
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Good understanding of engineering tolerances and quality control procedures.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity for a permanent position after a successful 12-week temporary period.
• Consistent dayshift working hours.
• Early finish every Friday.
• Onboard & training programme with opportunity to develop your skills within a precision engineering and manufacturing environment.

How to Apply:

If you have experience in manual grinding or precision machining and are looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this Manual Grinding Operator position in Nuneaton.