Contact Optima UK Inc Ltd
Optima UK Inc Ltd
Cylindrical Grinder
Tamworth, Staffordshire
Contact Optima UK Inc Ltd
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 21 hours ago
- Salary
- 17.00 - 19.00 GBP Hourly
- Recruiter
- Optima UK Inc Ltd
- Closes
- 21 Apr 2026
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Skilled Cylindrical Grinder (Jones and Shipman)
Location: Tamworth, commutable from Birmingham, Cannock and LichfieldSalary: Up to GBP19.00 per hour (DOE)Hours: Days
Benefits:
Free on-site parkingAnnual family days outChristmas partiesCareer development opportunitiesOngoing progression and training
About the Company
A well-established manufacturer based near Tamworth, at the heart of the UK's manufacturing region. The company specialises in the manufacture of gears and splines, supplying both the motorsport and aerospace sectors. Due to continued expansion, they are looking to increase their workforce.
The Role
Under the direction of the Supervisor, the Skilled Cylindrical Grinder will set up, adjust, and operate cylindrical grinding machinery to grind gears and gear shafts to extremely tight tolerances and finish requirements, in line with engineering drawings and company quality standards.
The Ideal Candidate
Minimum of 3 years' trade training or equivalent experience, with 2-4 years' hands-on cylindrical grinding experienceExperience working to sub 0.005mm tolerancesAbility to work from detailed engineering drawings, process sheets, tooling instructions, and standard chartsExperience entering data into an ERP systemExtensive knowledge of cylindrical grinding processesAbility to operate multiple machines, with experience using Jones and Shipman machineryConfident calculating dimensions, rotation speeds, feed rates, and machining times
How to Apply
If you meet the requirements for this Skilled Cylindrical Grinder role, apply now.
To apply for the Skilled Cylindrical Grinder position, click Apply Now or contact Jules on or .
Ad ID: 5418075391
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