Skilled Centreless Grinder needed for a busy team located in Rochford.

Salary: £30,000–£35,000 (DOE)
OverviewAn opportunity has become available for a highly skilled Centreless Grinder to join a precision engineering environment, ideally with aerospace experience. Reporting to the Production Manager, you will be responsible for setting, operating, and maintaining a range of grinding and second-operation machinery. The role requires a commitment to producing high-quality components, improving efficiency, and supporting a zero-defect culture.
You will work safely, accurately, and proactively, contributing to continuous improvement while meeting production and quality expectations.
Key ResponsibilitiesGrinding & Machine Operation*Set up and operate centreless grinding machines — experience with Wickman Scrivener, Ghiringhelli, Cincinnati or Tschadun grinders is essential.
*Operate Myford grinders (advantageous but not mandatory).
*Support a range of second-operation machinery, which may include thread-rolling equipment, drill banks, part marking tools, deburring systems, torque testing machines, depitching presses, and more.
Quality Control*Perform first-off inspections and in-process checks on components from both grinding and second-operation machines.
*Carry out buddy checks and ensure all inspection stages are completed accurately.
*Work to tight tolerances and ensure all manufactured parts meet defined quality standards.
Performance & Efficiency*Help minimise scrap and rework, feeding back issues and improvements to the Production Manager.
*Maintain machine performance to support delivery schedules, KPIs, arrears reduction, and parts-per-hour targets.
*Record cycle times and complete daily machine maintenance documentation.
Health, Safety & Workplace Standards*Follow all health and safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE at all times.
*Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working area in line with company and regulatory expectations.
Skills & Experience Required*Strong technical background in engineering, ideally with exposure to aerospace manufacturing standards.
*Proven ability to set and run manual centreless grinders.
*Confident in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications.
*Skilled in using measurement tools, especially micrometers, with a solid understanding of precision and tolerances.
*Excellent attention to detail, numerical accuracy, and commitment to quality.
*A collaborative team player with effective communication skills.
*Ability to support company goals through consistent performance and proactive input.
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