Toolmaker; Grinder

Position: Toolmaker (Grinder)
Location: West Byfleet

Toolmaker - Cylindrical & Surface Grinding (Progression to CNC)

Location:

West Byfleet, Surrey (On-site)
Salary:
Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role

A leading precision engineering manufacturer based in West Byfleet is seeking an experienced Toolmaker with a strong background in grinding to join its growing production team

The successful candidate will initially focus on manual cylindrical and surface grinding operations, with a clear progression path into CNC cylindrical grinding as the business expands its capabilities. This role will involve producing high-precision components and tooling to exacting quality standards and tight tolerances.

Key Responsibilities

Set up and operate cylindrical, centreless, and surface grinding machines.
Perform external and internal grinding operations
Grind components and toolmaking features to tight tolerances, concentricity, roundness, and surface finish specifications
Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
Manufacture precision components and tooling including shafts, pins, bushes, jigs, fixtures, and other critical features
Conduct in-process inspection using micrometers, bore gauges, comparators, and other precision measuring equipment
Dress grinding wheels and select suitable tooling and processes
Maintain quality standards across both batch and one-off production work
Support the transition into CNC cylindrical grinding operations
Assist with CNC grinder setup and operation using Fanuc or similar controls
Carry out routine machine maintenance as required
Work closely with production and quality teams to improve processes and resolve manufacturing issues.

Skills & Experience Required

Previous experience as a Toolmaker, with strong cylindrical grinding skills

Experience with surface and centreless grinding
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Experience working to tight tolerances and fine surface finish requirements

What's on Offer

Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
Overtime opportunities paid at 1.5x standard rate
39-hour working week with a choice of shift patterns:
08:00-17:00 Monday to Thursday, 08:00-13:00 Friday
07:30-16:30 Monday to Thursday, 07:30-12:30 Friday
22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service up to 25 days
Company sick pay scheme
Quarterly attendance bonus
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Clear progression into CNC grinding and advanced manufacturing technologies

If interested, please reach out for more information about this position:
Max Hawkins
- Callum Wallis