CNC Grinder

Location: Hemel HempsteadSalary: £22 - £25 per hour (depending on experience)Job Type: Full-Time, 39.5 hrs: 8am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday, 4pm finish Friday (30 min lunch)

Company Overview:

We are seeking a skilled CNC Grinder Operator to join our client, a Hemel Hempstead manufacturer, in their dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up and operating CNC grinding machines to produce high-quality components according to precise specifications. This role requires a keen eye for detail, strong technical skills, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Programming & Setting: Efficiently program and set machines to optimise cycle times.
• Tool Utilization: Be aware of available tooling and utilise it effectively.
• Job Management: Ensure every job is clocked and time recorded accurately.
• Process Improvement: Program and set machines within allocated times or improve where possible.
• Data Logging: Accurately log information on tooling sheets, updating amendments as necessary.
• Program Recall: Recall and amend saved programs correctly.
• Quality Control: Ensure components submitted for first-off inspection meet drawing requirements the first time.
• Job Preparation: Where practical, pre-set/program for the next job in advance.

Experience and Skills Required:

• Technical Expertise: Experience with programming, setting, and operating Studer CNC Grinders and manual machines.
• Mathematical Understanding: Some understanding of mathematical concepts, including trigonometry.
• Manufacturing Experience: Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Professionalism: Commercial awareness and professionalism in all aspects of the role.
• Educational Background: A good standard of general education with basic computer and numerical skills.
• Attention to Detail: Astute attention to detail with steady hand-eye coordination.
• Organisational Skills: Good organisational skills, methodical and accurate in work.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Independence: Ability to work to tight tolerances without supervision.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to work under pressure and solve problems effectively.
• Integrity: Demonstrate integrity in all aspects of the role.
• Flexibility: A flexible approach to meet changing business demands, including possible overtime to suit production plans.
• Teamwork: Ability to work independently while also willing to collaborate as part of a team to achieve divisional objectives.

Benefits:

• Overtime compensated at 1.5 times the hourly rate
• Discretionary site bonus program
• Discretionary salary reviews
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (including a Christmas shutdown)
• Onsite parking available
• Life assurance coverage
• Employee support package (24/7 access to private GP services, as well as mental health and wellbeing resources)

Please note that at times due to the volume of applications we may not be able to respond to each person individually. If you do not hear from us within 7 days we’re sorry you have not been successful this time. Please do not let this stop you applying for other positions you may be suitable for. Good Luck!1st Choice Staff Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and acts as both an Employment Agency & Business.