Position Overview
Manual Grinder – Location: Close to Southend Airport
Working Pattern: Monday–Thursday, 06:45–16:30 (37 hours, 4-day week)
We’re working with a precision aerospace manufacturer seeking an experienced Manual Grinder with strong centreless grinding capability. If you’ve operated Wickman, Ghiringhelli, Cincinnati or Tschudin machines and understand what true precision looks like, this is well worth a conversation.
Responsibilities
- Setting and operating manual centreless grinding machines
- Grinding to tight aerospace tolerances
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
- Self‑inspection using micrometres and precision measuring equipment
- Supporting second operations where required (thread rolling, deburring, etc.)
- Reducing scrap and maintaining machine efficiency
- Achieving output targets without compromising quality
Experience / Qualifications