We are seeking a CNC Grinder to join a globally renowned engineering and manufacturing company based in Huddersfield.

This is a permanent, full-time position offering a competitive salary with overtime, shift allowance, and excellent benefits, providing an outstanding opportunity to develop your career within a well-established and innovative business.

What's on offer to the CNC Grinder?

• Starting Salary: Up to £37,379 per annum + overtime + shift allowance


• Shift Allowance: 18% for morning and afternoon shifts (£44,107 per annum)


• Working Hours:




• Morning Shift: 6:30 am - 2:30 pm


• Afternoon Shift: 2:30 pm - 10:00 pm (Mon-Thurs) Friday Afternoon: 2:30 pm - 6:30 pm




• Contract: Permanent, full-time role


• Holiday: 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)


• Benefits:




• Up to 8% employer pension contribution


• Sick pay


• Health and well-being support


• Onsite gym


• Free parking




• Training & Development: Internal and external training programmes

Responsibilities of the CNC Grinder:

• Setting up and operating CNC profile grinder machinery to precise tolerances


• Machining large, complex components


• Performing profile grinding on internal and external gear teeth


• Handling individual parts and batch production runs to meet quality standards


• Reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings, K charts, and gear graphs


• Mounting and balancing grinding wheels and managing machine setups with accurate documentation


• Collaborating with the team to improve tooling and machining processes


• Maintaining machinery through routine daily checks and participating in 5S improvement initiatives


• Operating multiple machines as required and supporting effective shift handovers


• Ensuring strict adherence to health and safety standards in a safety-critical environment

Requirements of the CNC Grinder:

• Successful completion of an engineering apprenticeship


• Proven experience operating CNC profile grinders, preferably with GER or Danobat machinery


• Ability to read engineering drawings and understand gear profiles


• Skilled in mounting, balancing grinding wheels, and precision measuring with micrometers


• Experience in slinging and lifting heavy and large components


• Strong attention to detail working within close tolerance environments


• Commitment to safe working practices and quality standards

If you are a skilled CNC Grinder looking for a new challenge, please click “Apply” to submit your CV or contact Conor Wood at E3 Recruitment for more information.